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recluse

/rɪˈkluːs/ noun · British & US
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What does recluse mean?

noun

A person who lives or prefers to live alone, often in seclusion, or a person who avoids social contact.

Example

"The reclusive author rarely gave interviews, preferring to focus on her writing."

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