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Anchoring

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Definition

Anchoring refers to the act of dropping anchor to secure a boat or ship in place, or to something that provides stability or support.

Synonyms & similar words

ground castanchor anchor dropanchor mooring fastening securing fixing attaching lodging settling establishing rooting grounding stabilizing bolstering strengthening supporting sustaining buttressing reinforcing underpinning

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