Definitions
There are 5 meanings of the word
Anchor.
How to pronounce anchor:
US
Anchor - as a noun
A mechanical device that prevents a vessel from moving
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
ground tackleHypernyms (Closely Related)
claw9hook11Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
A central cohesive source of support and stability
Example: "Faith is his anchor"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
backbone18keystone15linchpin15lynchpin18mainstay13A television reporter who coordinates a broadcast to which several correspondents contribute
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
anchorman16anchorperson19Anchor - as a verb
Secure a vessel with an anchor
Example: "We anchored at baltimore"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
cast anchordrop anchorExample Sentences
"She anchored the boat in the harbor."
"They anchored the tent securely to the ground."
"The news team anchored the evening broadcast."
"We need to anchor the shelves to the wall."
"He anchored the rope to a sturdy post."
Word Game Points
Is ANCHOR a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, anchor is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
ANCHOR has a SCRABBLE points total of 11.
Is ANCHOR a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, anchor is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordANCHOR has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 12.
Is ANCHOR a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, anchor is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordANCHOR has a WORDFEUD points total of 12.
