solitudinarian

Definitions of solitudinarian
  1. noun
    one who lives in solitude
    synonyms: hermit, recluse, solitary, troglodyte
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    examples:
    St. John the Baptist
    (New Testament) a preacher and hermit and forerunner of Jesus (whom he baptized); was beheaded by Herod at the request of Salome
    type of:
    lone hand, lone wolf, loner
    a person who avoids the company or assistance of others
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