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Recluse Definition & Meaning

recluse
adjective
  1. withdrawn from society; seeking solitude; "lived an unsocial reclusive life"
noun
  1. one who lives in solitude

"Recluse" in song lyrics

See how recluse is used in real songs:

  • "A fan will squeeze a pint of fresh juice, and it'll discompose a recluse"
    Busdriver — Note Boom
  • "We in the house like a recluse"
    DJ Kay Slay f/ Bun B, D-Block, G-Unit, Papoose & Ray J — You Heard of Us (Remix)
  • "I'm Recluse"
    Grayskul — Prom Quiz

Words that rhyme with recluse

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Frequently asked questions

What does recluse mean?
withdrawn from society; seeking solitude; "lived an unsocial reclusive life" one who lives in solitude
What part of speech is recluse?
Recluse is an adjective and a noun.
How many definitions does recluse have?
Recluse has 2 definitions across 2 parts of speech (adjective, noun).

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