Definitions

1. adjective

abandoned or deserted, especially a ship or a building.

“The city authorities are planning to demolish the derelict building on 5th Street.”

2. noun

a ship or a building that has been abandoned or deserted.

“The coast guard rescued a group of people from a derelict ship that had been drifting at sea for weeks.”

3. verb

to leave or abandon something, especially a responsibility or a relationship.

“After the divorce, he felt guilty for derelicting his children’s emotional needs.”