anchorage

(noun) the condition of being secured to a base. Examples: "The plant needs a firm anchorage." "The mother provides emotional anchorage for the entire family."

(noun) a fee for anchoring.

(noun) a city in south central Alaska. Synonyms: Anchorage. Example: "Anchorage is the largest city in alaska."

(noun) place for vessels to anchor. Synonyms: anchorage ground.

(noun) the act of anchoring.