# social distancing

> English word · Noun · IPA /ˈsoʊʃəl ˌdɪstən(t)sɪŋ/

## Definitions
1. The practice of maintaining physical distance between people to reduce the spread of communicable diseases by isolating those with such diseases in quarantines, maintaining space between individuals, and prohibiting certain activities.

## Source
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