quarantine

Definitions

A state, period, or place of isolation in which people or animals that have arrived from elsewhere or been exposed to infectious or contagious disease are placed.

To impose isolation on a person, animal, or place to prevent the spread of disease.

Examples

The travelers were placed in a mandatory two-week quarantine upon arrival.

The sick puppy had to be kept in quarantine to prevent the spread of the virus to other pets.

Authorities decided to quarantine the entire building after the outbreak was confirmed.

Synonyms

isolation seclusion segregation confinement separation detention sequestration

Antonyms

integration release freedom inclusion liberation exposure commingling