Dictionary: “しめる”

to become damp;to become moist;to become wet

to tie;to fasten;to tighten

to close;to shut

to lack energy;to be in a slump;to be in low spirits;to feel depressed

to wear (necktie, belt);to put on

to total;to sum

to be strict with

to economize;to economise;to cut down on

to salt;to marinate;to pickle;to make sushi adding a mixture of vinegar and salt

to kill (fish, poultry, etc.)

to strongly press (someone);to crack down on;to keep under strict control

to occupy;to hold

to account for;to make up;to take up

to make;to let

to total;to sum

to be strict with

to kill (fish, poultry, etc.)