sə̇ˈklüzhən, sēˈ- noun
( -s )
Etymology: Medieval Latin seclusion-, seclusio, from Latin seclusus (past participle of secludere ) + -ion-, -io -ion
1. : the act of secluding
the seclusion of prisoners in cells
2. : the condition of being secluded
yellow violets are common … in the seclusion of damp woods — American Guide Series: New Hampshire
3. : a secluded or isolated place
4. Scots law : the act of keeping out : exception , exclusion