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anchor vs anchorage
The difference
| Word | Meaning | Goes with | Example |
|---|---|---|---|
| anchorverb/ˈæŋ.kər/ | Meaning to stop a boat moving by dropping a heavy metal weight into the water; to fix something firmly in place | Goes with firmly anchored | Example The solar panels are anchored to the roof with steel bolts. |
| anchoragenoun/ˈæŋ.kər.ɪdʒ/ | Meaning a place in the sea or a harbor where ships can safely stop and stay in position | Goes with safe anchorage | Example The fleet found a sheltered anchorage behind the island before the storm hit. |
Which word fits?
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Grass helps the soil on steep river banks.