anchor vs anchorperson

anchor and anchorperson both are nouns.

Word	Noun	Adjective	Verb	Adverb
anchor	Yes	No	Yes	No
anchorperson	Yes	No	No	No

As nouns, anchor and anchorperson are synonyms defined as:

anchor and anchorperson: a television reporter who coordinates a broadcast to which several correspondents contribute

Other synonyms of anchor include anchorman.

anchor (noun)	anchorperson (noun)
a mechanical device that prevents a vessel from moving	a television reporter who coordinates a broadcast to which several correspondents contribute
a central cohesive source of support and stability
a television reporter who coordinates a broadcast to which several correspondents contribute

anchor (verb)	anchorperson (verb)
secure a vessel with an anchor
fix firmly and stably