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Word of the Day Wednesday, June 10, 2026

quarantine

/kwɒrɪˈniːn/ noun, verb · British & US
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What does quarantine mean?

noun, verb

A period of 14 days during which a person or animal that may have been exposed to a disease is kept in isolation to prevent the spread of the disease. To isolate or confine someone or something for a period of time to prevent the spread of a disease.

Example

"The ship was placed in quarantine for two weeks after a crew member fell ill."

Definition generated by AI and curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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