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footholds

footholds is the plural of foothold.

Meaning of foothold

Noun

foothold (plural footholds)

  1. A solid grip with the feet.
    Synonyms:
    footing
  2. (broadly) A secure position from which it is difficult to be dislodged.
    • I’ve always looked for a secure foothold
      A secret formula that can free me from myself2025 July 19, Pacifik, “Bingo Coppa Child”, in Wonderfool, performed by Pacifik
    Synonyms:
    footing
  3. Airhead, beachhead, bridgehead, lodgement.
    • 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.2017, BioWare, Mass Effect: Andromeda (Science Fiction), Redwood City: Electronic Arts, →OCLC, PC, scene: APEX Status

Questions about footholds

What is footholds the plural of?
Footholds is the plural of foothold.

Words near footholds in the dictionary

  1. foothills larkspur
  2. foothilly
  3. foothold
  4. footholder
  5. footholders
  6. footholds
  7. foothole
  8. footholes
  9. foothook
  10. foothooks
  11. foothot

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