maroon
|ma-roon|
B2
/məˈruːn/
dark reddish-brown; isolate
Etymology
Etymology Information
'maroon' originates from French, specifically the word 'marron,' where 'marron' meant 'chestnut.'
Historical Evolution
'marron' transformed into the English word 'maroon' and eventually became the modern English word 'maroon.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'chestnut,' but over time it evolved into its current meanings of a color and the act of isolating someone.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a dark reddish-brown color.
The walls were painted a deep maroon.
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Verb 1
to leave someone trapped and isolated in an inaccessible place, especially an island.
The sailors were marooned on the deserted island.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:35