foothold
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English
Etymology
Pronunciation
- IPA(key): /ˈfʊthoʊld/
Audio (Southern England): (file)
Noun
foothold (plural footholds)
- (climbing) A solid grip with the feet.
- (by extension) A secure position from which it is difficult to be dislodged.
- (military) Airhead, beachhead, bridgehead, lodgement.
- 2017, BioWare, Mass Effect: Andromeda (Science Fiction), Redwood City: Electronic Arts, →OCLC, PC, scene: APEX Status:
- Based on status report 16-C, it seems we're no closer to gaining a foothold in any sector. Without decent recon and greater intel on this enemy, I'm starting to think our efforts are futile. The risks involved and continued loss of resources and lives makes it hard to justify.
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Translations
a solid grip with the feet
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(by extension) a secure position
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beachhead, bridgehead, lodgement
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