solitary
/sˈɑlətˌɛɹi/ · 4 syllables
Meaning
adjective
- characterized by or preferring solitude
“a lone wolf” - of plants and animals; not growing or living in groups or colonies
“solitary bees” - lacking companions or companionship
“he was alone when we met him” - being the only one; single and isolated from others
“the lone doctor in the entire county” - devoid of creatures
“a lonely crossroads”
noun
- confinement of a prisoner in isolation from other prisoners
“he was held in solitary” - one who lives in solitude
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