English dictionary
foothold
nounPronunciation
ˈfʊthoʊld
Parts of speech
Definitions
noun
- an initial accomplishment that opens the way for further developments
noun
- a place providing support for the foot in standing or climbing
noun
- an area in hostile territory that has been captured and is held awaiting further troops and supplies
Example sentences
the town became a beachhead in the campaign to ban smoking outdoors
they are presently attempting to gain a foothold in the Russian market
an attempt to secure a bridgehead behind enemy lines
the only foothold left for British troops in Europe was Gibraltar