Meaning of the word marooned in English

What does marooned mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

marooned

US /məˈruːnd/
UK /məˈruːnd/

Adjective

left isolated and helpless on an island or in a remote place

Example:
The sailors were marooned on a deserted island for weeks.
After the car broke down, we were left feeling completely marooned in the middle of nowhere.
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