Pronunciation: [ɹɪklˈuːd] (IPA) 
The word "reclude" is spelled with a silent "e" at the end, which denotes a long vowel sound in the preceding syllable. In IPA phonetic transcription, the word is spelled as /rɪˈkluːd/. The first syllable "ri-" is pronounced with a short "i" sound, followed by the stressed syllable "clud", which is pronounced with a long "u" sound. "Reclude" means to shut or exclude something or someone from a particular place or situation.
Reclude is a verb that refers to the act of withdrawing, secluding or isolating oneself from society or social interactions. It can also describe the act of voluntarily withdrawing or retiring from specific activities or commitments. When someone recludes themselves, they deliberately choose to remove themselves from the public sphere, often seeking solitude or solitude in order to reflect, engage in introspection, or pursue personal growth.
This term can also be associated with taking refuge or seeking solace in a secluded place, such as a remote location or a secluded retreat. It implies a conscious decision to distance oneself from others, whether physically or emotionally, for a certain period of time.
Recluding oneself can be driven by various motivations, such as the need for introspection, self-reflection, spiritual practices, or simply a desire to escape the pressures and demands of everyday life. It can be seen as a way to recharge and rejuvenate, seeking tranquility and peace away from the noise and distractions of the world.
Overall, reclude encompasses the idea of deliberately detaching oneself from society or particular engagements, with the intention of finding solace, introspection, or personal growth in seclusion or solitude.
The word reclude is derived from the Latin word recludere, which is a combination of the prefix re- meaning back or again, and the verb cludere meaning to close. So, reclude essentially means to close back or to close again.
