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Shutting: meaning, definitions and examples

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shutting

 

[ หˆสƒสŒtษชล‹ ]

Verb / Noun
Context #1 | Verb

closing something

Shutting refers to the action of closing or sealing an object, often a door, window, or lid. This action typically involves moving a sliding or swinging component into a closed position. Shutting can also imply the cessation of operations in a business or system. Often used in physical contexts, it can also refer to the closure of discussions or situations.

Synonyms

closing, concluding, fastening, restricting, sealing

Examples of usage

  • Please start shutting the window to keep the cold air out.
  • After the meeting, we began shutting down the equipment.
  • Shutting the door quietly was her way of avoiding detection.
  • He finished his work by shutting his laptop.
Context #2 | Noun

process of closing

Shutting can also be used as a noun to describe the process or act of closing something, particularly in a definitive manner. This term emphasizes the end of an activity or the interruption of a function. It is often used in specific phrases, such as 'the shutting of a case' or 'the shutting of an era,' referring to the conclusion of events or situations.

Synonyms

cessation, closing, conclusion, end, termination

Examples of usage

  • The shutting of the book marked the end of his reading.
  • With the shutting of the factory, many workers lost their jobs.
  • The shutting involved a series of decisions that affected the whole project.

Translations

Translations of the word "shutting" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น fechando

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคฌเค‚เคฆ เค•เคฐเคจเคพ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช schlieรŸen

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ menutup

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะทะฐะบั€ะธั‚ั‚ั

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ zamkniฤ™cie

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ้–‰ใ˜ใ‚‹

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท fermeture

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ cerrando

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท kapama

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋‹ซ๊ธฐ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุฅุบู„ุงู‚

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ uzavล™enรญ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ uzavretie

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅ…ณ้—ญ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ zapiranje

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ loka

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะถะฐะฑัƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ“แƒแƒฎแƒฃแƒ แƒ•แƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ baฤŸlama

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ cerrando

Etymology

The word 'shutting' originates from the Old English term 'scyttan', which means 'to close or fasten'. Its usage evolved through Middle English as 'shutten', referencing the act of closing something securely. The term has seen various forms throughout history, adapting to changes in language while retaining its fundamental meaning. The underlying roots can be traced back to Proto-Germanic '*skutลnฤ…', which also signifies a closing action. Over time, as English developed, the word became more versatile, seeing application in both physical and metaphorical contexts. Today, it maintains a crucial role in everyday language, connoting the act of closure in a wide array of situations, from simple tasks like closing a window to more abstract concepts like ending discussions or agreements.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #12,759, this word is part of sophisticated English vocabulary. It's useful for academic or professional contexts where precise language is needed.