Anchor point
/ˈæŋ.kɚ ˈpɔɪnt/ name, noun
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Definitions
Noun
- 1 A place to which things are anchored. literally
- 2 Something that provides stability or a connection. figuratively
"David Brill was one of my anchor points in our community. Knowing that he was out on the line searching in the best tradition of investigative reporting lent a sense of security."
- 3 A point on the body, such as the chin or the corner of the mouth, that an archer touches with the string hand when the bow is fully drawn, in order to maintain a consistent draw.
"Tournament archers generally use a lower anchor point, with the string hand under the chin."
Proper Noun
- 1 A town in Newfoundland, Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada.
Example
More examples"David Brill was one of my anchor points in our community. Knowing that he was out on the line searching in the best tradition of investigative reporting lent a sense of security."
Etymology
The town is possibly named for its role as a strategic anchorage.