stranded

/ˈstɹændɪd/

Proposed by a contributor, not yet supported by evidence.

Sense 1

Meaning · English

Abandoned or marooned.

Adjective

Examples

I found myself stranded, lunchless, on the sea-front[…]

Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)

Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).

Sense 2

Meaning · English

Run aground on a shore or reef.

Adjective

Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).

Common questions

What does “stranded” mean?

Abandoned or marooned.

Is “stranded” formal or informal?

No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.