anchorage

[ˈæŋkərɪdʒ]

anchorage Definition

• 1. a place where a boat or ship can anchor or moor safely
• 2. the act of anchoring or the state of being anchored

Using anchorage: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "anchorage" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  We found a good anchorage in the bay.

• Example

  The ship was unable to leave the anchorage due to bad weather.

• Example

  The harbor master assigned us an anchorage near the shore.

anchorage Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for anchorage

• mooring
• berth
• dock
• harbor
• haven

Phrases with anchorage

• at anchor

  a ship or boat that is secured in one place using an anchor

  Example

  The ship was at anchor in the bay for several days.

• weigh anchor

  to raise the anchor of a ship or boat in preparation for departure

  Example

  The captain ordered the crew to weigh anchor and set sail.

• anchor out

  to anchor a boat or ship away from the shore, often used when the water is too shallow to dock

  Example

  We decided to anchor out in the cove for the night.

Origins of anchorage

from Old English 'ancor', meaning 'anchor', and 'wic', meaning 'harbor'

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Summary: anchorage in Brief

An 'anchorage' [ˈæŋkərɪdʒ] is a place where a boat or ship can anchor or moor safely. It can also refer to the act of anchoring or the state of being anchored. Phrases like 'at anchor,' 'weigh anchor,' and 'anchor out' are commonly used in nautical contexts. Synonyms include 'mooring,' 'berth,' 'dock,' 'harbor,' and 'haven.'