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to shut down
[phrase form: shut]
01
to make something stop working
Transitive: to shut down a device or machine
Examples
He shut the computer down after finishing his work.
She had to shut down the noisy machine to hear the phone call.
02
to close a business, factory, or organization, either temporarily or permanently
Transitive: to shut down a business or factory
Examples
The manager decided to shut the store down due to declining sales.
The owner had to shut down the production temporarily for maintenance.
03
to dismiss someone's ideas, proposals, or advances, often in a direct or abrupt manner
Transitive: to shut down an idea or proposal
Examples
The team lead shut down the irrelevant discussions to focus on the main agenda.
The supervisor shut down the unauthorized project to maintain control.
04
to pass or overtake another vehicle, often quickly or decisively
SlangExamples
I opened that throttle and shut him down.
She shut down the other car in the last straightaway.
