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10 Language-to-English DictionariesAnchor point
/ˈæŋ.kɚ pɔɪnt/Comprehensive Definitions & Senses
2 senses- 1
A designated location or node in vector graphics and design software that defines the path, curve, or shape of an object.
"You can adjust the curve of the vector line by dragging the handles of the anchor point." - 2
A secure, fixed position or physical object used for attachment, stability, or as a reliable reference point in structural engineering and outdoor activities.
"Rock climbers must ensure that every anchor point is securely fastened before proceeding."
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Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology
Derived from the Middle English word 'anchor' (from Old English ancor and Latin ancora, ultimately from Greek ἄγκυρα) combined with 'point' (from Old French point, from Latin punctum). Originally nautical in nature, referring to the exact spot where a ship's anchor is dropped, the term has evolved across computing, design, and physics to denote a fixed reference or structural node.
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10 Global Lexicons: How "Anchor point" is said worldwide
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point d'ancrage
Transliteration: pwɛ̃ dɑ̃.kʁaʒ
"Modifiez les courbes en déplaçant le point d'ancrage."
Ankerpunkt
Transliteration: ˈaŋkɐˌpʊŋkt
"Der Ankerpunkt bestimmt die Form der Vektorgrafik."
punto di ancoraggio
Transliteration: ˈpun.to di aŋ.koˈrad.dʒo
"Sposta il punto di ancoraggio per modificare la linea."
punto de anclaje
Transliteration: ˈpun.to de aŋˈkla.xe
"El punto de anclaje es esencial para la seguridad del alpinista."
ponto de ancoragem
Transliteration: ˈpõ.tu dʒi ɐ̃.kuˈɾa.ʒẽj
"O designer ajustou o ponto de ancoragem na tela."
लंगर बिंदु
Transliteration: langar bindu
"वेक्टर ग्राफिक में लंगर बिंदु को संपादित करें।"
锚点
Transliteration: máo diǎn
"使用选择工具来调整路径上的锚点。"
패스 뼁크 포인트
Transliteration: aeng-keu pointeu
Script: 앵커 포인트
"벡터 그래픽에서 앵커 포인트를 이동하여 모양을 수정하세요."
アンカーポイント
Transliteration: ankā pointo
"ペンツールを使って新しいアンカーポイントを追加します。"
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