About The Word Foothold

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Foothold

Foothold Meaning & Definition
Foothold Definition And Meaning

What's The Definition Of Foothold?

[n] a place providing support for the foot in standing or climbing
[n] an area in hostile territory that has been occupied and is held for further troops and supplies

Synonyms | Synonyms for Foothold: beachhead | bridgehead | footing

Related Terms | Find terms related to Foothold: advantage | bear hug | bite | clamp | clasp | clench | clinch | cling | clinging | clutch | death grip | embrace | firm hold | footing | footplate | footrail | footrest | grapple | grasp | grip | gripe | hold | hug | iron grip | locus standi | nip | perch | purchase | seizure | stance | stand | standing | standing place | tight grip | toehold | traction

See Also | combat zone | support | toehold

Foothold In Webster's Dictionary

\Foot"hold`\, n. A holding with the feet; firm standing; that on which one may tread or rest securely; footing. --L'Estrange.

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