foothold

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From foot +‎ hold.

• IPA^(key): /ˈfʊthoʊld/

• Audio (Southern England):

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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.

• footholder