Meaning of the word stray in English

What does stray mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

stray

US /streɪ/

UK /streɪ/

a domestic animal that has wandered away or escaped and is homeless

Example:

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The children found a lost stray dog near the park.

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Many strays roam the city streets at night.

Synonym:

homeless animal vagrant waif

to wander from the right path or from the proper place

Example:

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The sheep began to stray from the flock.

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Don't let your thoughts stray during the lecture.

Synonym:

wander roam deviate digress drift

(of a domestic animal) having wandered away or escaped and become homeless

Example:

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A stray cat often visits our garden.

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We saw a stray dog wandering near the highway.

Synonym:

lost wandering roaming homeless