foothold (n.)an area in hostile territory that has been captured and is held awaiting further troops and supplies;
the only foothold left for British troops in Europe was Gibraltar
foothold (n.)a place providing support for the foot in standing or climbing;
foothold (n.)an initial accomplishment that opens the way for further developments;
they are presently attempting to gain a foothold in the Russian market
Synonyms: beachhead
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