Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
ancora
noun
/ˈæŋ.kər.ə/
Definition
A device used to moor a vessel to the sea floor or to hold it in place.
Examples
- The boat was secured with an ancora to prevent it from drifting away.
- After anchoring the ship, the crew prepared for a night at sea.
Meaning
An anchor is typically made of metal, designed to keep boats and ships steady in water by catching on the seabed.
Synonyms
- mooring
- hook
- fastening