anchor–hold
Definition of anchor–hold
1a : the grip of an anchor b : the bottom that an anchor grips
2 : firm hold : security
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Origin and Etymology of anchor–hold
1anchor + hold (grasp)
First Known Use: 1527
anchor–hold
Definition of anchor–hold
: the cell of an anchorite
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Origin and Etymology of anchor–hold
3anchor + hold (shelter)
First Known Use: 1631
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