Anchorage (maritime)

An anchorage is a location at sea where ships can lower anchors. ^[1]

5 relations: Anchor, Mooring (watercraft), Port, Roadstead, Sea anchor.

Anchor

An anchor is a device, normally made of metal, used to connect a vessel to the bed of a body of water to prevent the craft from drifting due to wind or current.

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Mooring (watercraft)

A mooring refers to any permanent structure to which a vessel may be secured.

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Port

A port is a maritime commercial facility which may comprise one or more wharves where ships may dock to load and discharge passengers and cargo.

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Roadstead

A roadstead (or roads - the earlier form) is a body of water sheltered from rip currents, spring tides or ocean swell where ships can lie reasonably safely at anchor without dragging or snatching.

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Sea anchor

A sea anchor (also known as a drift anchor, drift sock, para-anchor or boat brake) is a device used to stabilize a boat in heavy weather.

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References

[1] https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Anchorage_(maritime)

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