moor up
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Sense 1
Meaning · English
To cast anchor or become fastened.
Where it’s used:
Used
American English
Examples
We have to moor up for the night.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Sense 2
Meaning · English
To fix or secure (e.g. a vessel) in a particular place by casting anchor, or by fastening with ropes, cables or chains or the like
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “moor up” mean?
To cast anchor or become fastened.
Is “moor up” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.