Anchor Meaning

There are 5 meaning(s) for word Anchor

Meaning 1 : a mechanical device that prevents a vessel from moving

    Synonyms : ground tackle
Meaning 2 : a television reporter who coordinates a broadcast to which several correspondents contribute

    Synonyms : anchorman,  anchorperson
Meaning 3 : fix firmly and stably

    Example : anchor the lamppost in concrete

    Synonyms : ground
Meaning 4 : secure a vessel with an anchor

    Example : We anchored at Baltimore

    Synonyms : cast anchor,  drop anchor
Meaning 5 : a central cohesive source of support and stability

    Example : faith is his anchor

    Synonyms : backbone,  keystone,  linchpin,  lynchpin,  mainstay


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