Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
high-and-dry
idiom
/haɪ ənd draɪ/
Definition
In a state of abandonment or neglect, often leaving someone stranded without help.
Examples
- After the storm passed, the boat was left high-and-dry on the shore.
- He felt high-and-dry when his friends canceled the trip at the last minute.
Meaning
The phrase ‘high-and-dry’ describes a situation where someone is left without support or assistance, feeling isolated and helpless.
Synonyms
- abandoned
- stranded
- isolated
