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maroon
01
having a dark brownish-red color
Examples
The dress she wore to the party was a beautiful maroon hue.
Maroon
01
a deep, dark reddish-brown color
02
a loud firework that produces a booming sound, traditionally used as a warning or signal
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British
British03
a person left stranded or isolated on an island
to maroon
01
to abandon or leave someone stranded, typically on a deserted island or remote location
Examples
Yesterday, the captain marooned the sailor on the uninhabited island as punishment for his disobedience.
