anchorman
Anchorman (noun) means the main presenter of a news broadcast. Example: “He became the network's anchorman after fifteen years as a reporter.”
noun
1
The main presenter of a news broadcast.
"He became the network's anchorman after fifteen years as a reporter."
2
The final and often strongest runner in a relay race.
"As anchorman, she made up two seconds on the final leg."
How to use anchorman
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishThe lead newsreader on TV or radio, or the last and most crucial runner in a relay team.
When to use it
"Anchor" alone is now more common and gender-neutral in broadcasting; "anchorman" specifically implies a man.
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Word forms
- Plural
- anchormen
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Etymology
From anchor + man, extended from the literal sense of the person who holds the anchor position — steady and reliable.
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What does “anchorman” mean?
The word “anchorman” means the main presenter of a news broadcast. In plain terms, the lead newsreader on TV or radio, or the last and most crucial runner in a relay team.
How do you use “anchorman” in a sentence?
Here is “anchorman” used in a sentence: “He became the network's anchorman after fifteen years as a reporter.”
What part of speech is “anchorman”?
“Anchorman” is a noun.
How many meanings does “anchorman” have?
“Anchorman” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: the main presenter of a news broadcast.
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