Help with another 1851 census record please

[aus*jen]

This record is for Henry Maycock born 1839 Coventry.  Mother died 1843.  In this record he is a pauper in the workhouse aged 12.  Looking for help with one word -  does it say deserted?
Would this description be used if his parents had died or would 'orphaned' be used?

Thanks,
Jen.

[J.R.Ellam]

Hi

Yes, it looks like deserted.

The one above says orphan so I would say his father grandparents are still alive so they have said he was deserted so they can try and get some money out of the family.

John

[aus*jen]

Thankyou John.  Very sad,  had 4 much older siblings yet still deserted.  Guess times were tough
                         in the weaving community.

Jen.