self-iso·la·tion
| \ ˌself-ˌī-sə-ˈlā-shən
also -ˌi- \
also -ˌi- \
Definition of self-isolation
: the act of isolating or separating oneself or itself from others
the country's policy of self-isolation
"Unfortunately, people with depression are notorious for self-isolation. They tend to retract from social connection, which is often the very thing they need in order to feel better," says Dr. [Pam] Garcy. — PRWeb Newswire Many high-level British officials are in self-isolation with coronavirus symptoms.— Kim Hjelmgaard
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“Self-isolation.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/self-isolation. Accessed 3 Mar. 2021.
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