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anchor

/ˈæŋkər/
Word
Definition

An anchor is a heavy object dropped from a boat to make it stay in one place.

Example Sentence

When the ship reached its destination, the crew dropped the anchor.

Source: 4000 Essential English Words - Book 5

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