How Do You Spell QUARANTINED?

Pronunciation: [kwˈɒɹantˌiːnd] (IPA)

"Quarantined" is spelled /ˈkwɒrəntiːnd/, with the stress on the second syllable. The word derives from the Italian word "quarantina," meaning forty, which refers to the period of isolation required for ships during the Black Death. The spelling of the word is straightforward, with the use of "qu" for the /kw/ sound, followed by "aran" for the /ærən/ sound, and ending with "tined" for the /tiːnd/ sound. The word is commonly used today to refer to isolation during disease outbreaks such as COVID-19.

QUARANTINED Meaning and Definition

1. Quarantined is an adjective that describes the act of isolating or restricting movement of someone or something, typically due to the suspicion or confirmed presence of a contagious disease. The purpose of quarantine is to prevent the spread of the disease from an infected individual or group to healthy individuals, minimizing the risk of an outbreak.

   When someone, such as a person or an animal, is quarantined, they are placed in a state of mandatory separation from others for a specified period of time. This period allows medical professionals or experts to monitor the isolated individual for any signs or symptoms of the suspected disease. It also gives the person a chance to receive necessary medical treatment, if needed.

   To implement quarantine measures, certain areas or facilities may be designated specifically for this purpose. Quarantined individuals are usually required to follow strict guidelines, such as staying in a designated space, wearing protective equipment, restricting contact with others, and undergoing regular health screenings.

   In a broader context, beyond health-related matters, the term "quarantined" can also refer to the restriction or limitation imposed on various objects, information, or activities. It serves to prevent the potential negative impact or spread of something undesirable or harmful, analogous to the control measures applied for disease containment.

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* The statistics data for these misspellings percentages are collected from over 15,411,110 spell check sessions on www.spellchecker.net from Jan 2010 - Jun 2012.

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Etymology of QUARANTINED

The word "quarantined" comes from the Italian word "quarantina" which means "forty days". The term originated during the time of the Black Death in the 14th century, when ships arriving in Venice from plague-infested regions were required to anchor offshore for a period of 40 days before disembarking. This practice was called "quarantina giorni" in Italian, giving rise to the English word "quarantine". Over time, the term expanded to refer to the isolation or restriction of individuals or groups to prevent the spread of infectious diseases.

Similar spelling words for QUARANTINED

• quaranta,
• quarantine.

Conjugate verb Quarantined

CONDITIONAL

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