WORDROW Korean Idioms Idioms linked to “닻” · Linked dictionary word
닻 (을) The part “을” may be omitted. 주다
- Form listed in the dictionary: 닻(을) 주다
- 닻을 주다
- 닻 주다
English rendering drop anchor or settle Literal translation: “give the anchor”
Meaning 1
닻줄을 풀어 닻을 물속에 넣다.
To let out the anchor rope and put the anchor into the water.
Dictionary example 1
배가 닻을 주어 넓은 바다에 서 있다.
The ship has dropped anchor and lies on the open sea.
Meaning 2
(비유적으로) 일정한 곳에 머물다.
Figuratively, to remain in a certain place.
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