shut down

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shut down

The factory will shut down at the end of the month.

Definition

  1. Verb (transitive):

    • To cause a machine, system, or facility to stop operating. This often involves a deliberate, complete cessation of function.
    • To permanently or temporarily cease the operations of a business, factory, or service.

  2. Verb (intransitive):

    • For a machine, system, or operation to stop functioning or operating. This can be a commanded action or a failure.
Usage
  • As a transitive verb, "shut down" requires a direct object (e.g., ).
  • As an intransitive verb, it does not take a direct object (e.g., ).
  • It implies a full and complete stop, not a partial reduction.
Examples
  • Transitive Verb:
    • The technician will shut down the server for maintenance.
    • The government ordered the company to shut down the unsafe plant.
  • Intransitive Verb:
    • The engine suddenly shut down due to overheating.
    • My computer shuts down automatically every night.
Advanced Usage

  • "to shut down [an idea/argument]": To reject, dismiss, or end a discussion or proposal decisively.

    • The committee chair shut down the debate and called for a vote.
    • She shut down his suggestion immediately.

  • "to shut down emotionally": To become emotionally withdrawn or unresponsive.

    • After the argument, he completely shut down and wouldn't talk to anyone.
Variants and Related Words
  • Shutdown (noun): The act or process of ceasing operation.
    • The plant closure led to a complete shutdown of production.
  • Closed (adjective): Not operating or open to the public.
    • The factory is now closed.
Synonyms
  • Close: To cause to cease operation (e.g., ).
  • Power down: To turn off the power to a machine (especially electronics).
  • Cease operations: A more formal term for stopping business activities.
Related Phrasal Verbs
  • Close down: Very similar in meaning to "shut down," often used interchangeably for businesses.
    • The owners decided to close down the factory.
  • Close up: Often used for smaller businesses or shops at the end of a business day.
    • We close up the shop at 8 P.M.
Related Idioms
  • "to shut up shop": To close a business, either temporarily (for the day) or permanently.
    • After 50 years, the family finally shut up shop.
shut down

The factory will shut down at the end of the month.

Verb
  1. cease to operate or cause to cease operating
    • The owners decided to move and to close the factory
    • My business closes every night at 8 P.M.
    • close up the shop

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