Definitions
There are 3 meanings of the word
Foothold.
Foothold - as a noun
An area in hostile territory that has been captured and is held awaiting further troops and supplies
Example: "An attempt to secure a bridgehead behind enemy lines"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
bridgehead18Hypernyms (Closely Related)
combat areacombat zoneHyponyms (Broadly Related)
A place providing support for the foot in standing or climbing
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
footing11Hypernyms (Closely Related)
support11Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
An initial accomplishment that opens the way for further developments
Example: "The town became a beachhead in the campaign to ban smoking outdoors"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
beachhead20Example Sentences
"He managed to secure a foothold in the competitive industry."
"The company is trying to establish a foothold in the global market."
"They gained a foothold in the region by forming strategic partnerships."
"The climbers found a stable foothold on the steep cliff."
"The team used the small village as a foothold for their exploration."
Word Game Points
Is FOOTHOLD a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, foothold is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
FOOTHOLD has a SCRABBLE points total of 15.
Is FOOTHOLD a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, foothold is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordFOOTHOLD has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 15.
Is FOOTHOLD a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, foothold is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordFOOTHOLD has a WORDFEUD points total of 15.
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