lay an anchor to the windward en · VERB
Meanings
- (dated, idiomatic) To adopt precautionary or anticipatory measures for potential future success or security.
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| lays an anchor to the windward | Number=Sing, Person=3, Tense=Pres | lexicographic | |
| laid an anchor to the windward | Tense=Past, VerbForm=Part | lexicographic | |
| laid an anchor to the windward | Tense=Past | lexicographic | |
| laying an anchor to the windward | Tense=Pres, VerbForm=Part | lexicographic |
Relateds
Synonyms
put an anchor to the windward · cast an anchor to the windward