Definition of astray
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:off the right path or route :straying
2
:in error :away from what is proper or desirable
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Origin and Etymology of astray
ASTRAY Defined for English Language Learners
astray
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adverb
Definition of astray for English Language Learners
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: off the right path or route
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: away from what is right, good, or desirable
ASTRAY Defined for Kids
astray
play
adverb or adjective
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ə-ˈstrā
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Definition of astray for Students
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:off the right path or route
- Our rocket went astray after liftoff.
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:in or into error
- Their plans have gone astray.
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