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maroon

Posted on November 12, 2024November 10, 2024 by Wordsmyth

transitive verb

to put and leave (someone) ashore on an island or remote coast.
The shipwreck marooned the survivors on an uncharted island.

noun

of or pertaining to a dark brownish red color.
The team’s colors are maroon and yellow.

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