self-isolate
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B2
/sɛlf ˈaɪsəˌleɪt/
voluntary separation
Etymology
Etymology Information
'self-isolate' originates from the combination of 'self' and 'isolate', where 'self' refers to one's own person and 'isolate' means to set apart.
Historical Evolution
'isolate' changed from the French word 'isoler', which came from the Italian 'isolare', and eventually became the modern English word 'isolate'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, 'isolate' meant 'to make into an island', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to set apart'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Verb 1
to voluntarily separate oneself from others to prevent the spread of illness or infection.
During the pandemic, many people chose to self-isolate to protect their families.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45