Anchorage

usgb/ˈæŋkərɪdʒ/
noun

A place where ships can be safely anchored.

The ship sailed towards a safe anchorage.
Visual representation of "anchorage" - A place where ships can be safely anchored

Often appears as...

  • safe anchorage
  • secure anchorage
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Nautical Use

Primarily used in a marine context to describe a suitable place for a ship to anchor.

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The bay provided a secure anchorage during the storm.
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Safety Implication

Implies a location that offers protection from adverse conditions at sea.

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They sought anchorage to weather the hurricane.
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Not Always Literal

Can be metaphorical, suggesting a place of refuge or rest in other aspects of life.

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After his long journey, the hostel was his anchorage.
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