shut of
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Meaning · English
To be rid of (something or someone).
Register: dated
Where it’s used:
Used
American English
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
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Common questions
What does “shut of” mean?
To be rid of (something or someone).
Is “shut of” formal or informal?
shut of is generally dated.
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