foothold

Meaning

  1. A solid grip with the feet.
  2. A secure position from which it is difficult to be dislodged.
  3. Airhead, beachhead, bridgehead, lodgement.

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Pronounced as (IPA)
/ˈfʊthoʊld/
Etymology

From foot + hold.

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