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ANCHORAGE

(noun)

Definitions

There are 6 meanings of the word Anchorage.

Anchorage - as a noun

A city in south central alaska

Example: "Anchorage is the largest city in alaska"

A fee for anchoring

Place for vessels to anchor

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
anchorage ground
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
area4country12
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

The act of anchoring

The condition of being secured to a base

Example: "The plant needs a firm anchorage"

The provision of a sense of security or steadfastness

Example: "The mother provides emotional anchorage for the entire family"

Example Sentences

"The boat was safely docked in the anchorage."
"The captain chose a sheltered anchorage in the bay."
"We dropped anchor in the deep-water anchorage."
"The anchorage provides a secure harbor for ships."
"The storm forced all vessels to seek anchorage."
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Word Game Points

Is ANCHORAGE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, anchorage is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

ANCHORAGE has a SCRABBLE points total of 15.

Is ANCHORAGE a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, anchorage is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
ANCHORAGE has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 17.

Is ANCHORAGE a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, anchorage is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
ANCHORAGE has a WORDFEUD points total of 17.

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