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Definition of anchorage noun from the Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary

anchorage

noun
 
/ˈæŋkərɪdʒ/
 
/ˈæŋkərɪdʒ/
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  1. [countable, uncountable] a place where ships or boats can anchorTopics Transport by waterc2
  2. [uncountable] the action of fastening something securely in position; the fact of being securely fastened in position
    • The plant needs firm anchorage.
    • anchorage points for a baby’s car seat
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