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| 1. | [ noun ] (military) an area in hostile territory that has been captured and is held awaiting further troops and supplies | |
| Synonyms: | beachhead bridgehead | |
| Examples: | "an attempt to secure a bridgehead behind enemy lines" "the only foothold left for British troops in Europe was Gibraltar" |
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| Related terms: | combat_zone beachhead airhead | |
| 2. | [ noun ] an initial accomplishment that opens the way for further developments | |
| Synonyms: | beachhead | |
| Examples: | "the town became a beachhead in the campaign to ban smoking outdoors" "they are presently attempting to gain a foothold in the Russian market" |
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| Related terms: | accomplishment | |
| 3. | [ noun ] a place providing support for the foot in standing or climbing | |
| Synonyms: | footing | |
| Related terms: | support toehold | |
