Quarantining: meaning, definitions and examples
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quarantining
[ ˈkwɔrəntaɪnɪŋ ]
health precaution
Quarantining refers to the practice of isolating individuals or groups who may have been exposed to a contagious disease in order to prevent its spread. This measure is commonly used during outbreaks of infectious diseases. The duration and conditions of quarantine can vary based on the type of illness and the level of exposure.
Synonyms
isolation, separation, sequestration.
Examples of usage
- The travelers were quarantining for two weeks after returning from the outbreak area.
- Quarantining helps to control the spread of the virus in the community.
- During the pandemic, many countries enforced quarantining for incoming flights.
- Health officials advised quarantining anyone showing symptoms.
- Quarantining the infected individuals was crucial to stopping the outbreak.
Translations
Translations of the word "quarantining" in other languages:
🇵🇹 quarentena
🇮🇳 क्वारंटाइन
🇩🇪 Quarantäne
🇮🇩 karantina
🇺🇦 карантин
🇵🇱 kwarantanna
🇯🇵 検疫
🇫🇷 quarantaine
🇪🇸 cuarentena
🇹🇷 karantina
🇰🇷 격리
🇸🇦 الحجر الصحي
🇨🇿 karanténa
🇸🇰 karanténa
🇨🇳 隔离
🇸🇮 karantena
🇮🇸 sóttkví
🇰🇿 карантин
🇬🇪 კარანტინი
🇦🇿 karantin
🇲🇽 cuarentena
Etymology
The word 'quarantine' originates from the Italian 'quaranta giorni', which means 'forty days'. This term was introduced during the Black Death in the 14th century when ships arriving in Venice from infected ports were required to anchor for 40 days before passengers and cargo could go ashore. The intent was to prevent the spread of the plague. Over time, the concept of quarantining was formally adopted in public health measures to manage not just plagues but various infectious diseases. The term has evolved, but its roots reflect a historical practice aimed at protecting the health of the larger community through isolation and careful monitoring of individuals who may carry contagious diseases.