Meaning of the word "be cast away" in English
What does "be cast away" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
be cast away
US /biː kæst əˈweɪ/
UK /biː kɑːst əˈweɪ/
Phrasal Verb
to be shipwrecked and left on an isolated place (such as an island)
Example:
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The sailors were cast away on a deserted island after their ship sank.
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The movie is about a man who is cast away and has to survive alone.
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