also: おきざる
godan verb (-ru), transitive verb
To leave someone or something behind, often with a sense of desertion or neglect. Similar to 置き去りにする, but used as a single verb. Somewhat literary or formal.
See also: 置き去り
彼は家族を置き去って、一人で旅立った。
He abandoned his family and set off on a journey alone.
I was in a hurry, so I left my umbrella behind on the train.