anchorage
noun
an·chor·age
ˈaŋ-k(ə-)rij 
Examples of anchorage in a Sentence
an area of safe anchorage
A heavy metal ring provides anchorage for the cable.
The ring serves as a secure anchorage.
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Espiritu Santo is a geological layer cake carved with countless small anchorages, beloved by sailors and fishing enthusiasts.
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The New York Times News Service Syndicate, San Diego Union-Tribune, 29 June 2025
Fort Point Located beneath the south anchorage of the Golden Gate Bridge, Fort Point National Historic Site was constructed to protect San Francisco’s harbor from potential naval threats as the region became rich with the discovery of gold.
—Chadd Scott, Forbes.com, 22 June 2025
According to the Chattogram Port Authority, 10 container vessels are were berthed at the port’s jetties as of Monday morning, while 19 more ships are waiting at the outer anchorage.
—Glenn Taylor, Sourcing Journal, 30 June 2025
As this is the mid-Atlantic’s yachting capital, and an anchorage for caravels, clippers and seaplanes, the spirit of nautical bonhomie is pervasive.
—Jennifer Leigh Parker, Forbes.com, 6 June 2025
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The New York Times News Service Syndicate, San Diego Union-Tribune, 29 June 2025
Fort Point Located beneath the south anchorage of the Golden Gate Bridge, Fort Point National Historic Site was constructed to protect San Francisco’s harbor from potential naval threats as the region became rich with the discovery of gold.
—Chadd Scott, Forbes.com, 22 June 2025
According to the Chattogram Port Authority, 10 container vessels are were berthed at the port’s jetties as of Monday morning, while 19 more ships are waiting at the outer anchorage.
—Glenn Taylor, Sourcing Journal, 30 June 2025
As this is the mid-Atlantic’s yachting capital, and an anchorage for caravels, clippers and seaplanes, the spirit of nautical bonhomie is pervasive.
—Jennifer Leigh Parker, Forbes.com, 6 June 2025
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“Anchorage.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/anchorage. Accessed 16 Jul. 2025.
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anchorage
noun
an·chor·age
ˈaŋ-k(ə-)rij
1
: a place where boats may be anchored
2
: a firm hold to resist a strong pull
3
: a means of security
Medical Definition
anchorage
noun
an·chor·age
ˈaŋ-k(ə-)rij
1
: the act of securing or fastening firmly
2
: something (as a tooth) that provides a secure hold
anchorage for a dental plate
3
: a point or frame of psychological reference
Geographical Definition
Anchorage
geographical name
An·chor·age
ˈaŋ-k(ə-)rij
municipality in south central Alaska at the head of Cook Inlet population 291,826
Note: Anchorage is by far Alaska's most populous city.
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