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bridgehead
noun
A defensive post at the end of a bridge nearest to the enemy
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ˈbɹɪdʒhɛd
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noun
A defensive post at the end of a bridge nearest to the enemy
noun
An area in hostile territory that has been captured and is held awaiting further troops and supplies
“An attempt to secure a bridgehead behind enemy lines”
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An attempt to secure a bridgehead behind enemy lines
The only foothold left for British troops in Europe was Gibraltar
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