solitary

English

/ˈsɑlɪtɛɹi/, /ˈsɒlɪtɹi/

noun
Definitions
  • (countable) One who lives alone, or in solitude; an anchoret, hermit or recluse.
  • (uncountable) solitary Solitary confinement.

Etymology

Borrowed from Latin sōlitārius (lonely, solitary).

Origin

Latin

sōlitārius

Gloss

lonely, solitary

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