FOOTHOLD
Scrabble letter values: F4O1O1T1H4O1L1D2 = 15
Definition
- noun an area in hostile territory that has been captured and is held awaiting further troops and supplies. — synonyms: bridgehead
- noun a place providing support for the foot in standing or climbing. — synonyms: footing
- noun an initial accomplishment that opens the way for further developments. — synonyms: beachhead
Examples
- “an attempt to secure a bridgehead behind enemy lines”
- “the only foothold left for British troops in Europe was Gibraltar”
- “the town became a beachhead in the campaign to ban smoking outdoors”