Cut off in long twisted pieces (8)

I believe the answer is:

stranded

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'cut off in long twisted pieces' is the definition.
Both the answer and definition are adjectives. Maybe they are linked in a way I don't understand?

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(Other definitions for stranded that I've seen before include "Abandoned or deserted - on beach" , "Forsaken - on a beach?" , "'Cut off, marooned (8)'" , "Left aground on a shore" , "Left in helpless condition" .)

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