English Explanatory Dictionary

shut away

English dictionary entry

Meanings

verb
  1. To isolate (someone) in a closed-off area or room.
  2. Especially, to imprison (someone).

Word forms

shut away shuts away shutting away

Synonyms

lock up send away

Related words

shut in shut-in
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