Emily Dickinson Lexicon
Definition for Anchor (-s)
ancestor (-s)anchor (anchored)
anchor (-s), n. [OE < L. < Gk anc- bend, crook, hook; see angle, n.] (webplay: ship at rest).
Stabilizing instrument; curved fastening tool; heavy iron instrument for holding a vessel safe and stationary in water; [fig.] assurance; source of spiritual strength, stability, salvation, safety, or security.
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