bridgehead

bridge·head

noun \-ˌhed\

Definition of BRIDGEHEAD

1

a : a fortification protecting the end of a bridge nearest an enemy b : an area around the end of a bridge

2

: an advanced position seized in hostile territory

Examples of BRIDGEHEAD

1. <established a bridgehead on the beach before beginning the land invasion>

First Known Use of BRIDGEHEAD

1812

Related to BRIDGEHEAD

Synonyms: base, foothold

Related Words: staging area, staging ground; beachhead, camp, center, emplacement, footing, front, headquarters, installation, station; airbase; bastion, fastness, fortress, stronghold; battlefront, field; toehold

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Rhymes with BRIDGEHEAD

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