Anchorage
/ˈæŋkərɪdʒ/
nounIntermediateCommonTechnology
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2 meanings1
A place where a ship or boat can anchor; a place of safety or security.
/ˈæŋkərɪdʒ/
nounneutralIntermediate
Technology
A place of safety or security.
The harbor offered excellent anchorage.
💡 Simply: A safe and secure place, often for ships.
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Finding emotional anchorage is crucial for mental well-being.
How It's Used
Maritime
"The ship sought anchorage in the sheltered bay."
Figurative
"His family provided him with anchorage during difficult times."
2
The largest city in Alaska.
/ˈæŋkərɪdʒ/
nounneutralBeginner
General
The city of Anchorage, Alaska.
I'm flying to Anchorage next week.
💡 Simply: A city in Alaska.
How It's Used
Geography
"Anchorage is the largest city in Alaska."
Tip:Remember Alaska's largest city.
From Middle English ankerage, from Old French ancorage, from ancre "anchor".
Historically, the word's maritime usage was far more prominent, with its figurative sense developing later.
Memory tip
Think of an anchor holding a ship – that's anchorage.
Practice
Base: anchor
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