anchor

/ˈænkɐ/

/ˈæŋkɝ/

Anchor

someone who introduces news on a live TV or radio program by other broadcasters

synonyms : anchorman

a mechanical device that prevents a vessel from moving

a central cohesive source of support and stability

synonyms : backbone

to anchor

MAIN VERB

to moor a ship or boat to the bottom of the sea to stop it from moving away

fix firmly and stably

synonyms : ground

Examples

1. The boat's anchor would not hold.

2. Make sure the tent is securely anchored so it doesn't blow away.

3. Lastly, number four is anchoring bias.

4. Companies also anchor the product to perceptible elements.