Something on which one may depend for security; ground of trust.
That into which something is anchored or fastened.
The set of anchors belonging to a ship.
The retreat of a hermit, or anchorite.
A harbor, river, or offshore area that can accommodate a ship at anchor, either for quarantine, queuing, or discharge.
The act of anchoring, or the condition of lying at anchor.
The surgical fixation of prolapsed organs.
A fee charged for anchoring.
A place of safety, refuge, or protection.
A state of being protected, asylum.
The consecrated (or sacred) area of a church or temple around its tabernacle or altar.
My car is a sanctuary, where none can disturb me except for people who cut me off.
An area set aside for protection.