Synonyms for anchor

Other words for “anchor”, grouped by meaning.

We found 11 synonyms for “anchor”. The most common are ground tackle, mainstay, keystone, backbone, linchpin.

noun a mechanical device that prevents a vessel from moving

noun a central cohesive source of support and stability

noun a television reporter who coordinates a broadcast to which several correspondents contribute

verb fix firmly and stably

Synonymsground

verb secure a vessel with an anchor

Source: WordNet 3.1, Princeton University

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