ground tackle vs anchor

ground tackle and anchor both are nouns.

Word	Noun	Adjective	Verb	Adverb
ground tackle	Yes	No	No	No
anchor	Yes	No	Yes	No

As nouns, ground tackle and anchor are synonyms defined as:

ground tackle and anchor: a mechanical device that prevents a vessel from moving

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

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