foothold

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Etymology

From foot + hold.

Pronunciation

• IPA: /ˈfʊthoʊld/

Noun

foothold (plural footholds)

1. (climbing) A solid grip with the feet.
2. (by extension) A secure position from which it is difficult to be dislodged.
3. (military) Airhead, beachhead, bridgehead, lodgement.

Related terms

• footholder

Translations

• French: point d'appui
• German: Halt, fester Stand
• Portuguese: apoio para os pés
• Russian: опора для нога
• Spanish: punto de apoyo

Translations

• Russian: плацда́рм

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