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Definition of social distancing noun from the Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary

social distancing

noun
 
/ˌsəʊʃl ˈdɪstənsɪŋ/
 
/ˌsəʊʃl ˈdɪstənsɪŋ/
(also physical distancing)
[uncountable]
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  1. the practice of keeping a safe distance between yourself and other people in order to prevent the spread of disease
    • The government called on people to practise social distancing and work from home if possible.
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