Is Anker a Word?

noun A liquid measure in various countries of Europe. The Dutch anker , formerly also used in England, contained about 10 of the old wine gallons, or 81/2 imperial gallons.

What does Anker mean?

1 : a unit of capacity: a : an old Dutch and German liquid measure used in various countries of Europe especially for spirits and equal to about 9 to 10.5 U.S. gallons (30 to 40 liters)

How do you spell a boat anchor?

1 : a heavy device that is attached to a boat or ship by a rope or chain and that is thrown into the water to hold the boat or ship in place The ship dropped anchor in a secluded harbor.