Maroon

Part of speech: noun (n.)

In the West Indies and Guiana, a fugitive slave, or a free negro, living in the mountains.

Part of speech: noun (n.)

1. A brownish or dull red of any description, esp. of a scarlet cast rather than approaching crimson or purple.

2. An explosive shell. See Marron, 3.

Part of speech: verb (v.)

To put (a person) ashore on a desolate island or coast and leave him to his fate. Marooning party, a social excursion party that sojourns several days on the shore or in some retired place; a prolonged picnic. [Southern U. S.] Bartlett.

Part of speech: adjective (a.)

Having the color called maroon. See 4th Maroon. Maroon lake, lake prepared from madder, and distinguished for its transparency and the depth and durability of its color.