anchor

noun

a television reporter who coordinates a broadcast to which several correspondents contribute

a central cohesive source of support and stability

a mechanical device that prevents a vessel from moving

verb

secure a vessel with an anchor

fix firmly and stably

Roots

ankuraanchor- · Greek · anchor

Synonyms for anchor

mainstayn kedge mooringsn grapneln anchoragen

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Where does anchor come from?

The word anchor breaks down into one root of Greek origin: the root anchor-, from Greek ankura (“anchor”). Explore each root to see other English words built from the same source.