Meaning of 'anchor'

noun

a mechanical device that prevents a vessel from moving

Synonyms: ground tackle

noun

a central cohesive source of support and stability

Example: "Faith is the anchor of many religions."

Synonyms: backbone keystone linchpin lynchpin mainstay

noun

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

Synonyms: anchorman

verb

to secure a vessel with an anchor or weight

Example: "We anchored at Baltimore."

Synonyms: cast anchor drop anchor

verb

to fix firmly and stably

Example: "They anchored the lamppost in concrete."

Synonyms: ground