English dictionary
quarantine
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Definitions, examples, synonyms and antonyms from WordNet 3.0.
noun
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enforced isolation of patients suffering from a contagious disease in order to prevent the spread of disease
Source: WordNet 3.0
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isolation to prevent the spread of infectious disease
Source: WordNet 3.0
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A space of forty days; -- used of Lent.
Source: webster1913
verb
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place into enforced isolation, as for medical reasons
ExamplesMy dog was quarantined before he could live in England.
Source: WordNet 3.0
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To compel to remain at a distance, or in a given place, without intercourse, when suspected of having contagious disease; to put under, or in, quarantine.
Source: webster1913