Anchor Light (Noun)
Meaning
A light in the rigging of a ship that is riding at anchor.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- The anchor light was hoisted high in the rigging to indicate the ship's presence to other vessels in the harbor.
- As the sun set, the crew lit the anchor light to comply with maritime regulations.
- The anchor light cast a warm glow over the deck as the ship rode out the storm.
- In the darkness, the anchor light was a reassuring sight for the sailors on watch.
- The captain ordered the anchor light to be extinguished as the ship prepared to set sail at dawn.