anchorman

Meanings

1. 1
   noun

   a television reporter who coordinates a broadcast to which several correspondents contribute

2. 2
   noun

   The main host of a television or radio program, particularly one relating to the broadcast of news.

3. 3
   noun

   The most reliable runner in a relay team, usually the one that runs last.

4. 4
   noun

   The person on a ship in charge of the anchor.

5. 5
   noun

   The last player in sequence, seated furthest to the right of the dealer.

Etymology

From anchor + man. Senses 1 and 4 derive from sense 2, sense 3 is literal.