sea anchor

/si ˌæŋkər/
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Other forms: sea anchors

Definitions of sea anchor
  1. noun
    restraint consisting of a canvas covered frame that floats behind a vessel; prevents drifting or maintains the heading into a wind
    synonyms: drogue
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    type of:
    constraint, restraint
    a device that impede's something's motion
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