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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

shuttering

/ˈʃʌtərɪŋ/ noun · British & US
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What does shuttering mean?

noun

A temporary covering of a building or structure, typically made of wood or metal, to protect it from the weather during construction or repair. The act of covering or protecting something with a shutter or other covering.

Example

"The builders used shuttering to protect the walls of the new building from the rain while they worked on the roof."

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