Dictionary Entry
strand
noun, verbFind the meaning of the word strand, plus dictionary definition, pronunciation, thesaurus-style synonyms, antonyms, and related vocabulary.
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Meaning
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A single thin length of something, like hair or wire; or, to leave someone in an isolated or helpless position without means of escape.
Example Sentence
A single strand of her golden hair caught the light, and the hikers were stranded on the mountain after the storm.
Usage Note
Use 'strand' to describe a thin, linear piece of material, such as a strand of DNA or a strand of yarn. It also describes the situation when a person or vehicle is left helpless in a difficult place, like being stranded on an island or by a broken-down car.