ANCHOR
/ˈæŋ.kə/
6-letter word · 11 Scrabble points · 12 Words With Friends points
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Meaning of ANCHOR
noun
- A tool used to moor a vessel to the bottom of a sea or river to resist movement.
- An iron device so shaped as to grip the bottom and hold a vessel at her berth by the chain or rope attached. (FM 55-501).
verb
- To connect an object, especially a ship or a boat, to a fixed point.
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To cast anchor; to come to anchor.
"Our ship (or the captain) anchored in the stream."
noun
- A measure of wine or spirit equal to 10 gallons; a barrel of this capacity.
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Anagrams of ANCHOR
archon11
rancho11
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About the word ANCHOR
Is "ANCHOR" a valid Scrabble word?
Yes. "ANCHOR" is in the ENABLE word list, accepted by Words With Friends and most open Scrabble apps. It scores 11 points in Scrabble and 12 points in Words With Friends.
How many points is "ANCHOR" worth?
In Scrabble, "ANCHOR" is worth 11 points before bonuses. In Words With Friends, it's worth 12 points. Played on a triple-word-score, the Scrabble value becomes 33.
What does "ANCHOR" mean?
A tool used to moor a vessel to the bottom of a sea or river to resist movement.
What are the anagrams of "ANCHOR"?
2 anagrams can be formed using the same letters as ANCHOR: ARCHON, RANCHO.