Anchorage

Pronunciation: /ˈæŋkərədʒ/

Anchorage (noun)

  1. a place where boats can stay safely in water, usually with anchors.
  2. a way of holding something firmly in place.
  3. a feeling of being emotionally secure or stable.

Examples

  • The sailors found a good anchorage for the night.
  • A sheltered bay provides a perfect anchorage for small boats.

Common collocations: find anchorage, safe anchorage, secure anchorage, ensure anchorage, strong anchorage

Synonyms of Anchorage

Neutral

Antonyms of Anchorage

  • — referring to a place without anchorage