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to anchor
verbgeneral usecommon/ɐ̃kuˈɾaɾ/an·co·rar
Definition
1To drop anchor to secure a ship or vessel in a specific location; to be secured by means of an anchor.
Usage examples
“The yacht decided to anchor in the cove sheltered from the wind.”
“After a long voyage, we were finally able to anchor in the harbour.”
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Common combinations
to anchor the boatto anchor in the bay
Idiomatic expressions
- to anchor in safe waters
- to anchor one's hopes (fig.)