seclude
/sɪˈkluːd/
CEFR level C2Topic Daily lifeWord #7271 in the learning path
使隔绝；使隐居
Definitions
v. To keep someone away from other people.
使隔绝；使隐居
Example
She secluded herself in the cottage to finish painting.
她独自待在小屋里，不受打扰地完成绘画。
Some writers seclude themselves in remote locations to avoid distractions and concentrate on their work.
一些作家隐居在偏远地区，以免受到干扰，专心创作。
Collocations
- seclude oneself
- seclude oneself from others
Word family
- secluded (adj.)
- seclusion (n.)
Synonyms
- isolate
Usage tip
常用seclude oneself，表示让自己远离他人。
FAQ
- What does seclude mean?
- To keep someone away from other people.
- How is seclude pronounced?
- UK /sɪˈkluːd/, US /sɪˈkluːd/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
