Strong’s G0045

ἄγκυρα

Part of speech

Noun, Feminine

Transliteration

agkura

Pronunciation

ANG-koo-rah

Definition

Anchor

Meaning

an anchor.

Usage

The term "agkura" refers to a physical anchor, a device used to secure a vessel to the bed of a body of water to prevent it from drifting due to wind or current. In a metaphorical sense, it is used to describe something that provides stability and security.

Bible references

Acts 27:29;Acts 27:30;Acts 27:40;Hebrews 6:19