Shipwreck (noun)

1. The destruction of a ship, typically by sinking, usually as a result of collision or adverse weather conditions.
2. A ruin or remnants of a ship that has been destroyed.

Origin:

Derived from the old english 'sceap' and 'weorc' meaning 'ship' and 'work' respectively.

Examples:

1. The shipwreck of the Titanic remains one of the deadliest maritime disasters in history.
2. The ship was lost in a severe storm and became a shipwreck on the rocky shore.
3. Divers discovered an ancient shipwreck filled with treasure off the coast of Greece.
4. The shipwreck provided valuable insights into the life and times of sailors during the Age of Sail.
5. The once mighty ship was reduced to a mere shipwreck, a sad reminder of the power of the sea.