The crossword solution for the term 'JUST OFF THE BOTTOM, AS AN ANCHOR' is ATRIP, which is an acronym for 'Anchor Trip'. This term is used in the maritime industry to describe the process of releasing an anchor from the bottom of the sea. The anchor is released by a vessel's crew and then allowed to drift away from the vessel until it reaches the bottom of the sea. Once the anchor has reached the bottom, it is then secured and the vessel can continue on its journey.