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anchor
noun(an-chor)
a mechanical device that prevents a vessel from moving
Synonyms: ground tackle,
anchor
noun(an-chor)
a television reporter who coordinates a broadcast to which several correspondents contribute
Synonyms: anchorman, anchorperson,
anchor
verb(an-chor)
fix firmly and stably
Synonyms: ground,
Examples:
Anchor the lamppost in concrete.
anchor
verb(an-chor)
secure a vessel with an anchor
Synonyms: cast anchor, drop anchor,
Examples:
We anchored at Baltimore.
anchor
noun(an-chor)
a central cohesive source of support and stability
Synonyms: backbone, keystone, linchpin, lynchpin, mainstay,
Examples:
Faith is his anchor.

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