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anchor

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Số nhiều: anchorsQuá khứ: anchoredPhân từ 2: anchoredV-ing: anchoring

The word evokes a powerful image of weight and permanence. It suggests a deliberate act of stopping movement to create a safe harbor, whether in a literal maritime sense or a psychological sense of security. It carries a strong connotation of reliability and steadfastness. In a broadcasting context, the term shifts from physical weight to a structural role. The anchor serves as the central hub of a program, holding various reporting segments together and providing a consistent point of reference for the audience.

Countable when referring to the physical metal tool used on a boat. Uncountable when referring to the general concept of stability or the act of anchoring.

Ý nghĩa

Danh từ

A heavy metal object dropped from a ship to keep it from drifting.

"The captain dropped the anchor in the bay."

Ngoại động từ

[something][something]

To secure a vessel or object in place using an anchor.

"They anchored the boat near the reef."

Ngoại động từ

[someone][something]

To provide a reliable person or thing that gives stability to a group.

"Her calm demeanor anchored the entire team during the crisis."

Danh từ

The main presenter of a news program.

"The nightly news anchor interviewed the senator."

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