strand

/stɹˈænd/

/ˈstɹænd/

Strand

a single slender thread of something such as a fiber, hair, etc.

synonyms : fibril

a poetic term for a shore (as the area periodically covered and uncovered by the tides)

a necklace made by stringing objects together

synonyms : chain

line consisting of a complex of fibers or filaments that are twisted together to form a thread or a rope or a cable

a pattern forming a unity within a larger structural whole

a street in west central London famous for its theaters and hotels

to strand

MAIN VERB

leave stranded or isolated with little hope of rescue

synonyms : maroon

bring to the ground

synonyms : ground

any dog trained to hunt raccoons

drive (a vessel) ashore

Examples

1. Her hair had a natural shine, like strands of golden silk.

2. Her hair is wild and woolly, with strands sticking out in all directions.

3. He now rocks a distinguished look with his silver strands.

4. The rescue team arrived in a helicopter to help the stranded hikers.