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isolation

Pronunciation: /ʌɪsəˈleɪʃ(ə)n/

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Definition of isolation

noun

[mass noun]
  • the process or fact of isolating or being isolated:isolation from family and friends may also contribute to anxiety
  • [as modifier] denoting a hospital or ward for patients with contagious or infectious diseases.
  • [count noun] an instance of isolating something, especially a compound or microorganism.

Phrases

in isolation

without relation to other people or things; separately:environmental problems must not be seen in isolation from social ones

Origin:

mid 19th century: from isolate, partly on the pattern of French isolation

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