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anchoreOE

figurative. A person who or thing which provides stability, support, or confidence, esp. in an otherwise uncertain situation.

tower13..

figurative. (Cf. ‘stronghold’, etc.) Frequently in tower of strength. See also ivory tower, n.

strengthc1425

A safe or secure position for a person or group; a strong place to be. In Wrestling (quot. 1713): a solid stance. Obsolete.

rock1526

In figurative or allusive uses. A person or thing providing a sure foundation or support; a source of shelter or protection; a person who or thing…

anchorage1596

figurative. A firm basis or foundation for something; a source of support, safety, or confidence; security, stability.

assurer1607

He who, or that which, gives assurance.

anchor line1614

a cable, rope, etc., attached to or serving as an anchor (in senses 1 and 3); also (and in earliest use) figurative.

aventinea1625

figurative. A secure position, a ‘strong tower.’ Obsolete.

anchorage ground1758

ground, or a place, suitable for, or used for, anchoring a vessel; also figurative.

anchorman1895

A person (usually a man) who provides stability, support, or confidence in an otherwise uncertain situation; the most dependable, experienced, or…

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