Australian English Meaning of foothold

foothold

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Definitions and Meaning of foothold in English

Wordnet

foothold (n)

an area in hostile territory that has been captured and is held awaiting further troops and supplies

a place providing support for the foot in standing or climbing

an initial accomplishment that opens the way for further developments

Webster

foothold (n.)

A holding with the feet; firm standing; that on which one may tread or rest securely; footing.

FAQs About the word foothold

foothold

an area in hostile territory that has been captured and is held awaiting further troops and supplies, a place providing support for the foot in standing or clim

base,Camp,fortress,bridgehead,centre,field,footing,headquarters,station,stronghold

No antonyms found.

foothill => foothills, foothalt => Halt, footglove => Ugg boots, footgear => footwear, footfight => football match,