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/ˈaɪ.sə.leɪt/
Meaning & Definition
noun
A person or thing that has been isolated.
He was an isolate, preferring to live in solitude rather than in a bustling community.
An isolated person or group.
The isolates in the study exhibited unique cultural traits not found elsewhere.
verb
To set apart from others; to separate.
The scientist decided to isolate the bacteria in order to study its effects.
To cause (a person or animal) to be alone or apart from others.
During the flu outbreak, she had to isolate herself to avoid spreading the virus.
To remove or separate something from a larger group.
The researchers were able to isolate the specific chemical compound from the mixture.
Etymology
from Latin 'insolatus', meaning 'made lonely or solitary.'
Common Phrases and Expressions
isolate oneself:
to withdraw from social interaction and be alone.
isolationist:
a person who believes in or supports isolationism.
Related Words
Slang Meanings
to cut off from the group or not include someone.
Don't isolate him from the team; he has good ideas.
to 'ghost' someone, or to sever communication without explanation.
She just isolated him after their last argument.