anchorage
Pronunciation: [ˈæŋkɚɪdʒ]
Word
Context: "nautical"
(noun) a place where ships can be safely anchored in the water. It’s like a parking spot for boats, where they can stay still and not float away.
Example
The boat found a perfect anchorage in the calm bay.
Example
There was no good anchorage available during the storm, so the boats had to keep moving.
Example
Is there a safe anchorage nearby for us to rest the boat?
Context: "support"
(noun) something that helps to hold or keep something else steady or secure. It’s like when you have a strong friend to help you when you need it.
Example
Her friendship provides a strong anchorage in my life when things get tough.
Example
Without his support, she felt like there was no anchorage to rely on during the hard times.
Example
What kind of anchorage do you think helps people through challenges?
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