English · Phrasal verb Attested

shut down

In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.

Sense 1

Meaning · English

To close, terminate, or end.

Where it’s used: Used American English

They are planning to shut down the entire building at the end of the month.

Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30)

Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).

Meaning · English

To turn off or stop.

Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).

Meaning · English

To stop offering a service, such as a bar.

Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).

What does “shut down” mean?

To close, terminate, or end.

Is “shut down” formal or informal?

No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.

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