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SHUT-IN

(noun, adj.sat)
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Definitions

There are 3 meanings of the word Shut-In.

Shut-In - as a noun

Someone who is incapacitated by a chronic illness or injury

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
invalid

Shut-In - as an adjective satellite

Somewhat introverted

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
introvertish

Confined usually by illness

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
homeboundhousebound

Example Sentences

"She prefers staying at home and being a shut-in."
"The shut-in rarely leaves the house except for essential errands."
"Being a shut-in can be a lonely experience."
"The shut-in spent most of his time reading books."
"Her grandmother became a shut-in after her husband passed away."
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Is SHUT-IN a valid Scrabble word?
No, shut-in is NOT valid for Scrabble
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Is SHUT-IN a valid Words With Friends word?
No, shut-in is NOT valid for Words With Friends
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Is SHUT-IN a valid WordFeud word?
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