1. anchor

verb. ['ˈæŋkɝ'] fix firmly and stably.

Rhymes with Anchor

• betancur
• tanker
• shanker
• sanker
• ranker
• rancor
• manker
• hanker
• danker
• canker
• banker
• anker

How do you pronounce anchor?

Pronounce anchor as ˈæŋkər.

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Sentences with anchor

1. Verb, base form
Then use pan head screws to anchor the screws in place.

2. Noun, singular or mass
Drill a hole in the wall, insert the anchor and use a hammer to tap it into place.

3. Verb, past participle
Once the rope has been tied, cut and anchor to the stakes.

Quotes about anchor

1. People, I guess, generally come to see me do stand-up with a working knowledge of my broad sense of humor on 'The Daily Show'... I don't think anyone would mistake me as an actual anchor.
- John Oliver

2. We must not lose hope. Hope is an anchor to the souls of men. Satan would have us cast away that anchor.
- Ezra Taft Benson

3. My mom taught me the power of love. I learned to focus on the long-term big picture from my father. His sense of humor and light-hearted approach always make me smile. My husband is a pivotal anchor in my life. His influence encourages me to be independent and take risks.
- Padmasree Warrior

2. egg-and-anchor

noun. a decorative molding; a series of egg-shaped figures alternating with another shape.

3. anchor

verb. ['ˈæŋkɝ'] secure a vessel with an anchor.

4. anchor

noun. ['ˈæŋkɝ'] a mechanical device that prevents a vessel from moving.

5. anchor

noun. ['ˈæŋkɝ'] a central cohesive source of support and stability.

6. anchor

noun. ['ˈæŋkɝ'] a television reporter who coordinates a broadcast to which several correspondents contribute.