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A person or thing that provides stability or confidence in an otherwise uncertain situation
“Afghanistan's ancient roots and strong ties of kinship provide an anchor against progress, but also the means to cope when central authority has collapsed.”
An anchorman or anchorwoman
“Let's check in with Rob Marciano in Bay Town, Texas, our CNN weatherman and news anchor as well.”
The core or basis for something
Person who informs
Weight to hold down paper
The ability of something to maintain firm contact with a surface
A place from which to keep watch or view the landscape
A cancellation or postponement of a punishment
A thing that slows or hinders a process
Secure firmly in position
“Sylvain Wiltord says he plays from the heart and does not want to be anchored to a particular position within a team.”
To cast anchor
“There's a cavern over there on that island, along with a spot to anchor the ship.”
To dock a boat or ship, typically along or near the shore
To host a show or event
To land on solid ground (after being in the water or air)
To lock, bolt or secure with a bar
Leave a ship, aircraft, or train
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