maroon

IPA: mɝˈun

An escaped negro of the Caribbean and the Americas or a descendant of such a person.
A castaway; a person who has been marooned.
A rich dark red, somewhat brownish, color.
(nautical) A rocket-propelled firework or skyrocket, often one used as a signal (for example, to summon the crew of a lifeboat or warn of an air raid).
(slang, derogatory) An idiot; a fool.
A surname.
(Australia) A member of the Queensland State of Origin rugby league team, who wear maroon-coloured jerseys.
Alternative form of maroon (“descendant of escaped slaves”) [An escaped negro of the Caribbean and the Americas or a descendant of such a person.]

Examples of "maroon" in Sentences

The school colors are maroon and gray.
She used some maroon and white colors.
The main colors of the school are maroon and white.
The bridge, built in April of 1953, will retain its maroon color.
The mascot is the bulldog and the school colors are maroon and gray.
The team mascot is the bald eagle, and the colors are maroon and gold.
The school's colors are maroon and gold and the mascot is the Crusader.
The mascot is Otto the bulldog and the school colors are maroon and gray.
The driver fled the scene in a two door red, maroon or black compact car.
Possessing a lovely maroon color, it offers a medium body and a delightful bouquet.