cast anchor
The term "cast anchor" is used both literally in maritime contexts and metaphorically to describe settling down.
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Definition
B2Nautical
(technical)To lower an anchor to the bottom of a body of water to hold a vessel in place.
Example
- The captain decided to cast anchor near the shore to wait for better weather.
B2General
(figurative)To establish oneself in a particular location or situation.
Example
- After years of moving around, they finally cast anchor in a small town.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "cast anchor":
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