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mooring

/ˈmʊərɪŋ/ /ˈmɔːrɪŋ/

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verb

To cast anchor or become fastened.

Examples :

"The sailboat moored safely in the harbor. "

nautical sailing

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verb

To fix or secure (e.g. a vessel) in a particular place by casting anchor, or by fastening with ropes, cables or chains or the like

Examples :

"the vessel was moored in the stream"

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verb

To secure or fix firmly.

Examples :

"The workers moored the heavy equipment to the ground to prevent it from falling. "

nautical sailing

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noun

A place to moor a vessel.

Examples :

"The marina's spacious mooring provided a safe place for the sailboat to rest. "

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noun

The act of securing a vessel with a cable or anchor etc.

Examples :

"The mooring of the fishing boat was delayed because of the strong current. "

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noun

Something to which one adheres, or the means that helps one to maintain a stable position and keep one's identity - moral, intellectual, political, etc.

Examples :

"Her strong family values served as a mooring for her throughout her difficult teenage years. "

attitude philosophy moral politics society mind position