Definition of anchors

Scrabble & Words with friends points


  • anchors is a valid Scrabble US word with a point value of 12
  • anchors is a valid Scrabble UK word with a point value of 12
  • anchors is a valid Words with friends word with a point value of 13

Definition of anchors


  • a mechanical device that prevents a vessel from moving (noun)

    Synonyms

    1. ground tackle
  • a television reporter who coordinates a broadcast to which several correspondents contribute (noun)

    Synonyms

    1. anchorman
    2. anchorperson
  • fix firmly and stably (verb)

    Examples

    1. anchor the lamppost in concrete

    Synonyms

    1. ground
  • secure a vessel with an anchor (verb)

    Examples

    1. We anchored at Baltimore

    Synonyms

    1. cast anchor
    2. drop anchor
  • a central cohesive source of support and stability (noun)

    Examples

    1. faith is his anchor

    Synonyms

    1. backbone
    2. keystone
    3. linchpin
    4. lynchpin
    5. mainstay

See definition of anchors in Merriam Webster