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Naut.a broad, augerlike anchor used for securing buoys in soft-bottomed lakes, rivers, etc. Also called screw anchor, screw mooring.
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mooring screw — Naut. a broad, augerlike anchor used for securing buoys in soft bottomed lakes, rivers, etc. Also called screw anchor, screw mooring … Useful english dictionary
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