Meaning ofshut downin English

Verb

1. to close or terminate operations
   The company will shut down the factory due to financial difficulties.
2. to turn off or stop functioning
   The computer shut down automatically after a virus attack.
3. to emotionally withdraw; block out stressors
   After her loss, she began to shut down emotionally and push people away.
4. to suppress or reject an idea (or part of oneself)
   The government shut down the proposal to build a new airport.