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Meaning of shut in

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

shut in

verb

Definitions

  1. To confine.

    Example: We need to shut the dog in so he doesn't escape.

  2. To completely surround or enclose.

  3. To settle down, or fall; to arrive; (said of evening, etc.)