Meaning of the word shipwrecked in English

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

shipwrecked

US /ˈʃɪp.rekt/
UK /ˈʃɪp.rekt/

Adjective

having suffered a shipwreck

Example:
The crew was shipwrecked on a deserted island.
He was the sole survivor of the shipwrecked vessel.

Verb

to cause (a ship) to be wrecked

Example:
The storm shipwrecked the vessel on the rocky coast.
They feared the strong currents would shipwreck them.
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