Anchorage Definition & Meaning

anchorage
noun
  1. the condition of being secured to a base; "the plant needs a firm anchorage"; "the mother provides emotional anchorage for the entire family"
  2. a fee for anchoring
  3. a city in south central Alaska; "Anchorage is the largest city in Alaska"
  4. place for vessels to anchor
  5. the act of anchoring

"Anchorage" in song lyrics

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  • "aerometric anchorage"
    AOL — AOL
  • "tires anchorage"
    AOL — AOL
  • "korean airlines - anchorage"
    AOL — AOL

Usage tips for "anchorage"

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