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anchorite (s) (noun), anchorites (pl)
A person who lives in isolation, in retirement from society, or in a sanctuary; especially, for religious reasons: There was a dedicated anchorite who lived in seclusion in a consecrated dwelling on the grounds of a monastery.
Hermit or someone who has retired into seclusion.
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Hermit or someone who lives alone and doesn't want to be disturbed by others.
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A person who lives away from other people in seclusion; sometimes for religious reasons or just to get away from everyone. (2)
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