Race with an anchor Crossword Clue

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Race with an anchor Crossword Answer

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(noun)
1. electrical device such that current flowing through it in one circuit can switch on and off a current in a second circuit
2. a race between teams; each member runs or swims part of the distance
(verb)
1. control or operate by relay
2. pass along

Hint 2: Clue Definitions

ANCHOR (noun)
1. a mechanical device that prevents a vessel from moving
2. a television reporter who coordinates a broadcast to which several correspondents contribute
ANCHOR (verb)
1. fix firmly and stably
2. secure a vessel with an anchor
RACE (verb)
1. compete in a race
2. cause to move fast or to rush or race
RACE (noun)
1. the flow of air that is driven backwards by an aircraft propeller
2. a canal for a current of water

Hint 3: Anagram

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EARLY

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