Isolar
Example: Eles decidiram isolar a área para evitar acidentes.
Definition
"Isolar" means to separate or set apart a person, thing, or area from others, often to prevent contact, interaction, or influence. For example, in the phrase 'Eles decidiram isolar a área para evitar acidentes,' it means deciding to isolate the area to avoid accidents.
Etymology
The verb "isolar" comes from the Portuguese adaptation of the Latin 'insula,' meaning 'island.' The idea behind "isolar" is to make something like an island—separate and detached from its surroundings. Did you know? This connection to 'island' highlights the concept of isolation as being cut off or distinct.
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