foothold
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noun \-ˌhōld\Definition of FOOTHOLD
1
: a hold for the feet : footing
2
: a position usable as a base for further advance
See Examples of FOOTHOLD
- The army gained a foothold on the island.
- The company has secured a foothold in the market.
First Known Use of FOOTHOLD
circa 1609
Related to FOOTHOLD
- Synonyms
- bridgehead, base
Rhymes with FOOTHOLD
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