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anchor chain

 

Definitions from WordNet

Noun anchor chain has 1 sense
  1. anchor chain - the chain that attaches an anchor to a vessel
    --1 is a kind of
    chain

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Anchor chain

Definition: A strong, heavy chain used to connect an anchor to a ship or a buoy in order to keep it in place.

Example sentences:

  • The ship's anchor chain was rusted and needed to be replaced.
  • After dropping the anchor, the sailors carefully secured it to the anchor chain.
  • The anchor chain stretched across the sea bottom, ensuring the ship stayed firmly in place.

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