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anchoring

UK
/ˈæŋkərɪŋ/
US
/ˈæŋkɚɪŋ/
anchoringnoun
anchorings
pl
Translations
ancrageSens général; en psychologie, terme technique.
The captain ensured the anchoring was done properly to prevent the ship from drifting.
Le capitaine s’est assuré que l’ancrage était correctement effectué pour empêcher le navire de dériver.
Additional translations
mouillageSens maritime.
Definitions
The act of securing a vessel to a fixed point in a body of water using an anchor.
The captain ensured the anchoring was done properly to prevent the ship from drifting.
A cognitive bias that describes the human tendency to rely too heavily on the first piece of information offered (the 'anchor') when making decisions.
In negotiations, anchoring can influence the final agreement by setting an initial high price.
The process of attaching or securing something firmly in place.
The anchoring of the tent was crucial to withstand the strong winds.
Synonyms
mooring
securement
fastening
stabilization
attachment
anchoringadjective
more anchoring
Comp.
most anchoring
Super.
Attributive use meaning ‘providing stability by anchoring’.
Translations
stabilisantSens figuré; qui apporte de la stabilité ou un sentiment de sécurité.
Her calm voice had an anchoring effect during the emergency.
Sa voix calme avait un effet stabilisant pendant l’urgence.
Additional translations
ancrantSens technique ou concret; employé dans certains contextes de fixation.
Definitions
Serving to secure firmly or provide stability.
Anchoring bolts were set deep into the concrete foundation.
Providing mental or emotional stability or reassurance.
Her calm voice had an anchoring effect during the emergency.
anchoringgerund / present participle
UK
/ˈæŋkərɪŋ/
US
/ˈæŋkərɪŋ/
Used adjectivally to describe something currently performing the action of anchoring.
Translations
ancrantForme adjectivale rare; employée pour l’idée de mise à l’ancre.
The anchoring ship emitted a loud clang as the chain hit the water.
Le navire ancrant a émis un fort clang lorsque la chaîne a frappé l’eau.
Definitions
Engaged in or in the process of securing by means of an anchor.
The anchoring ship emitted a loud clang as the chain hit the water.
anchorverb

anchoring

Gerund

anchored
Past Simple
anchored
Past Participle
anchoring
Gerund
UK
/ˈæŋkə/
US
/ˈæŋkɚ/
Translations
The ship was anchored in the harbor to prevent it from drifting away.
Le navire était ancré dans le port pour éviter qu’il ne dérive.
ancrerAu sens figuré, pour donner une base solide ou une assise à quelque chose.
The new policy is anchored in extensive research and data analysis.
La nouvelle politique est ancrée dans une vaste recherche et une analyse de données.
présenterPour une émission de télévision ou de radio.
She will anchor the evening news broadcast starting next week.
Elle présentera le journal télévisé du soir à partir de la semaine prochaine.
Definitions
To secure firmly in position.
The ship was anchored in the harbor to prevent it from drifting away.
To act as the main presenter or coordinator of a television or radio program.
She will anchor the evening news broadcast starting next week.
To provide a firm basis or foundation for something.
The new policy is anchored in extensive research and data analysis.
Synonyms
fasten
fix
mooring
secure
attach
stabilize
anchornoun
Definitions
A heavy object attached to a cable or chain and used to moor a vessel to the sea bottom.
The ship dropped its anchor to stay in place during the storm.
A person or thing that provides stability or confidence in an otherwise uncertain situation.
Her family was her anchor during the difficult times.
A central cohesive source of support and stability, especially in a team or organization.
The experienced manager served as the anchor for the new project team.
A television or radio presenter, especially the main presenter of a news program.
The news anchor delivered the evening headlines with professionalism.
The final runner in a relay race, responsible for the last leg.
He was chosen as the anchor in the 4×100-metre relay.
anchoradjective
Definitions
Serving as a main or central element that attracts or stabilizes others.
An anchor tenant can significantly increase foot traffic in a shopping mall.
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