shutrule
nounUK /ˈʃʌt.ruːl/
US /ˈʃʌt.ruːl/
A shutrule is a special rule that says when something must close.
The shutrule says the park gates close at sunset.
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2. A rule that tells people to stop talking or making noise.
During the test, the shutrule kept everyone quiet.
3. A made-up rule in a game that ends a turn or round.
Our new shutrule means you lose a point if you drop the ball.
4. A rule that closes a shop or business for the day.
The café's shutrule is posted on the door: closed at six.