Derelicts Meaning in English
word · lemma: derelict
Definition
Derelicts are things (like buildings or ships) that have been abandoned and left to fall apart, or people with no home or job, often living on the street.
Usage & Nuances
'Derelicts' is somewhat formal and often used in written or descriptive contexts. It can refer to abandoned objects or people, but describing people this way may sound old-fashioned or harsh; 'homeless people' is more commonly used in modern English. Collocates with 'buildings' (derelict buildings), 'ships', and urban settings.
Example Sentences
The city has many old derelicts along the river.
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During winter, some shelters open for derelicts who need a warm place to stay.
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After years at sea, the once proud fleet returned as nothing but derelicts.
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We walked past some derelicts on our way to school.
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The police found two derelicts sleeping in the park.
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Many derelicts downtown have become home for wild animals.
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