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US/ˈæŋ.kər/
UK/ˈæŋ.kə/
to stop a boat moving by dropping a heavy metal weight into the water; to fix something firmly in place
In context
The fishing boats anchored in the bay to wait out the storm.
Mangrove roots anchor the mud and stop it washing away.
The solar panels are anchored to the roof with steel bolts.
Words that go with anchor
verb + adverb
- anchor offshoreThe cruise ship anchored offshore, and passengers came in by small boat.
adverb + verb
- firmly anchoredThe tent was firmly anchored against the strong wind.
verb + noun
- anchor the boatWe anchored the boat near a small island and went swimming.
- anchor the soilGrass helps anchor the soil on steep river banks.
verb + preposition
- anchor toTall shelves should be anchored to the wall so they cannot fall on children.