nounπShareA harbor, river, or offshore area that can accommodate a ship at anchor, either for quarantine, queuing, or discharge.."The cargo ship waited in the anchorage outside the busy port, preparing to unload its goods once a dock became available. "nauticalgeographysailingoceanChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareA fee charged for anchoring."The harbor master collected the $50 anchorage from each boat that stayed overnight. "nauticalbusinessfinanceChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareThat into which something is anchored or fastened."the anchorages of the Brooklyn Bridge"nauticaltechnicalsailingChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareThe surgical fixation of prolapsed organs."After years of discomfort, the patient opted for a surgical anchorage to correct the uterine prolapse. "medicineanatomyorganChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareThe act of anchoring, or the condition of lying at anchor."The ship remained at anchorage in the harbor overnight, waiting for the storm to pass. "nauticalsailingpositionChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareThe set of anchors belonging to a ship."The ship's anchorage secured it safely in the harbor. "nauticalsailingChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareThe retreat of a hermit, or anchorite."After years of bustling city life, Brother Thomas sought the quiet anchorage of a remote monastery to dedicate himself to prayer. "religionphilosophytheologyChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareSomething on which one may depend for security; ground of trust."My family's unwavering support has always been my anchorage during difficult times. "nauticalsailingpositionbusinessChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
