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Vocabulary Entry
maroon
|noun • verb • adjective
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N
noun
A shade of dark red or brownish-red color.
Example Sentences
"She wore a beautiful maroon dress to the party."
"The walls were painted in a deep maroon color."
"Maroon is often associated with autumn and warmth."
V
verb
To leave someone stranded in an uninhabited place.
Example Sentences
"The pirates marooned their captives on a deserted island."
"He was marooned after the shipwreck, forced to survive alone."
"They threatened to maroon anyone who disobeyed their orders."
A
adjective
Describing a dark red color.
Example Sentences
"The maroon curtains added elegance to the room."
"I prefer maroon shoes for their rich color."
"Her maroon backpack stood out against the crowd."