in vacuo

• Locution latine signifiant « dans le vide », utilisée au sens figuré pour décrire quelque chose fait de manière isolée, sans tenir compte des influences extérieures ou du contexte.

A Latin phrase meaning 'in a vacuum,' used figuratively to describe something done in isolation, without considering external influences or context.

1. In a vacuumC1formal

   In a space from which all air or other matter has been removed.

   dans le vide

   • The experiment was conducted in vacuo to eliminate air resistance.
   • Scientists study the behavior of particles in vacuo.
   • The device operates in vacuo to prevent contamination.

2. In isolationC2formal

   Without reference to or connection with the surrounding context or environment.

   dans le vide

   • You cannot consider this problem in vacuo; it is part of a larger system.
   • The decision was made in vacuo, ignoring the opinions of the stakeholders.
   • His analysis was conducted in vacuo, without considering real-world factors.