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Anker Translations, meanings and synonyms
"Anker" is used as noun with the meaning of "anchor", "pillar" or "support".
Essential properties of "Anker"
Its most important properties are:
Properties
- Gender: masculine
- Singular: der Anker
- Plural: die Anker
Meanings of "Anker" + more translations, synonyms and antonyms
It has the meanings and uses detailed below:
1.) "Anchor (nautical)"
- Definition: "Metal device for securing ships to the seabed."
- Translation(s): anchor
- Synonym(s): Haken, Klammer
- Related word(s): verankern, Ankerkette
📝 Some usage examples:
- Das Schiff warf den Anker ins Wasser.
- Der Anker hielt das Boot sicher an Ort und Stelle.
- Ohne Anker trieb das Schiff ab.
2.) "Anchor (figurative)"
- Definition: "Element of security or stability in difficult situations."
- Translation(s): anchor, pillar, support, rock
- Synonym(s): Stütze, Halt
- Related word(s): verankern, Sicherheit
📝 Some usage examples:
- In schwierigen Zeiten war er ihr Anker.
- Freunde sind oft ein Anker im Leben.
- Die Familie ist ein wichtiger Anker für viele Menschen.