Definition: A tool used to moor a vessel to the bottom of a sea or river to resist movement.
Alright class, settle down and let’s take a look!
Today we’re tackling a word that sounds quite strong – “Anchor.”
The dictionary gives us a good definition, doesn't it? Let’s break it down nice and slow: "A tool used to moor a vessel to the bottom of a sea or river to resist movement."
Now, think about this… imagine a big boat sailing on a wild, windy sea. It wants to stay put, right? It can't just drift with the current!
That’s where an anchor comes in – it’s like a trusty friend, holding firm and steady.
Essentially, an anchor is something that
grounds
or
fixes
something, preventing it from moving.
It’s like a little piece of stubbornness on the water!
You can think of it like this:
It's a heavy weight, sinking deep – a solid plea,
To stay in place and resist the sea’s decree.
Do you understand the core meaning now? Can anyone give me an example of something
other
than a boat that might need an "anchor" to keep it stable? Let's discuss!