cast vs cast anchor

cast is a noun but cast anchor is not a noun.

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

cast (noun)	cast anchor (noun)
the act of throwing dice
the act of throwing a fishing line out over the water by means of a rod and reel
a violent throw
object formed by a mold
bandage consisting of a firm covering (often made of plaster of Paris) that immobilizes broken bones while they heal
container into which liquid is poured to create a given shape when it hardens
the visual appearance of something or someone
the actors in a play
the distinctive form in which a thing is made

cast (verb)	cast anchor (verb)
eject the contents of the stomach through the mouth	secure a vessel with an anchor
formulate in a particular style or language
choose at random
throw forcefully
to remove
form by pouring (e.g., wax or hot metal) into a cast or mold
select to play,sing, or dance a part in a play, movie, musical, opera, or ballet
put or send forth
move about aimlessly or without any destination, often in search of food or employment
deposit
assign the roles of (a movie or a play) to actors