cast adrift
Definition of cast adrift
1 : to cause (a boat) to float on the water without being tied to anything or controlled by anyone —often used as (be) cast adrift a small lifeboat was cast adrift in the open sea
2 : to cause (someone) to float on the water in a boat that is not tied to anything or controlled by anyone —often used as (be) cast adrift They were cast adrift in a small, leaky boat. —often used figuratively I was cast adrift in a sea of confusion.
From the M-W Editors
Word by Word Definitions
: to cause to move or send forth by throwing
: direct
: to put forth
: an act of casting
: something that happens as a result of chance
: a throw of dice
: without motive power and without anchor or mooring
: without ties, guidance, or security
: free from restraint or support
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