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foothold

/'fʊt,hoʊld/

Synonyms of foothold Antonyms of foothold Examples of foothold Usage of foothold Parts of foothold Definition that contains foothold Words sounding like foothold Explanation of foothold

noun
an area in hostile territory that has been captured and is held awaiting further troops and supplies
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"the only foothold left for British troops in Europe was Gibraltar"

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bridgehead

type of:
combat area combat zone
noun
an initial accomplishment that opens the way for further developments
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"they are presently attempting to gain a foothold in the Russian market"

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beachhead

type of:
accomplishment achievement
noun
a place providing support for the foot in standing or climbing
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footing

type of:
support

Examples of foothold

"the only foothold left for British troops in Europe was Gibraltar"
"they are presently attempting to gain a foothold in the Russian market"