锚
anchor; anchor down
Meanings
2 senses · 10 examplesnoun
anchor
formalMarine and shipping technical term, also used metaphorically now.
The ship dropped anchor and stopped at the port.
The anchor chain secured the ship firmly on the sea.
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The fishermen raised the anchor and prepared to set sail.
The anchorage in the port is full of cargo ships waiting to unload.
In the heavy storm, the crew tightened the anchor chain to prevent the ship from drifting.
verb
to anchor; to stabilize
Metaphorical usage is common in modern Chinese, referring to stabilizing plans, teams or public opinion.
The company decided to anchor the new energy track as its long-term development direction.
This lecture targets the spiritual needs of contemporary youth.
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The government introduced policies to anchor market expectations and stabilize prices.
The team needs a core figure to anchor goals and gather consensus.
This yacht anchored in the bay for the night.