Cryptic crossword clue
One’s advance to embrace sailor left anchored 9

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 9 letter word IMMOVABLE

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What does IMMOVABLE mean?

IMMOVABLE noun
  1. That which can not be moved; something which is immovable
IMMOVABLE adjective
  1. Incapable of being physically moved; fixed
  2. Steadfast in purpose or intention; unalterable, unyielding
  3. Not capable of being affected or moved in feeling; impassive
  4. Not liable to be removed; permanent in place or tenure; fixed

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