Definitions
There are 4 meanings of the word
Orphaned.
Orphaned - as an adjective satellite
Deprived of parents by death or desertion
Orphaned - as a verb
To deprive of parents (used almost exclusively in the passive)
Example: "What do you do when you come across two orphaned polar bear cubs?"
To make unavailable, as by removing the last remaining pointer or reference to.
Example: "Removing categories orphans pages from the main category tree."
Orphaned - as an adjective
Abandoned.
Example: "I found an orphaned project, half-completed before its author quit, and decided to finish it."
Example Sentences
"The orphaned child was taken in by a kind-hearted family."
"The orphaned dog was adopted by a loving couple."
"She grew up in an orphaned community, where everyone took care of each other."
"The orphaned kitten had to learn to fend for itself."
"After the earthquake, many children were left orphaned and alone."
Word Game Points
Is ORPHANED a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, orphaned is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
ORPHANED has a SCRABBLE points total of 14.
Is ORPHANED a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, orphaned is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordORPHANED has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 15.
Is ORPHANED a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, orphaned is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordORPHANED has a WORDFEUD points total of 15.
