anchorhold

English

noun
Definitions
  • The residence of an anchoress.
  • The hold or grip of an anchor, or that to which it holds.
  • (figurative) Firm hold; security.

Etymology

Compound from English anchor + English hold (game won by the server, hold an opinion, deem).

Origin

English

hold

Gloss

game won by the server, hold an opinion, deem

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