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anchorage

noun

the act of anchoring

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Word Facts

Word length
9
Starts with
A
Ends with
E
Contains
NC
Scrabble score
15
Database source
OEWN 2025 Core

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Pronunciation

ˈæŋkəɹɪdʒ

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Meaning

Definitions

noun

  1. the act of anchoring

noun

  1. place for vessels to anchor

noun

  1. a fee for anchoring

noun

  1. the condition of being secured to a base

    “the plant needs a firm anchorage”

noun

  1. the provision of a sense of security or steadfastness

    “the mother provides emotional anchorage for the entire family”

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Example Sentences

the plant needs a firm anchorage
the mother provides emotional anchorage for the entire family
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