Foothold synonyms
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The definition of a ledge is a shelf or ridge that sticks out from something.
(Archit.) The projecting base or enlarged foundation put under a column, wall, etc. to spread its weight and prevent settling
A hold or position that allows the application of power, as in moving something:
toehold
A small indentation or ledge on which the toe of a shoe can find support in climbing.
An area provided for a particular purpose:
The definition of a niche is a specialized part of a market for products or services or a little separated area in a room.
One square rod of land.
beachhead
A position on an enemy shoreline captured by troops in advance of an invading force.
bridgehead
A fortified position from which troops defend the end of a bridge nearest the enemy.
footplate
The metal plate which forms the base platform of a steam locomotive, particularly in the UK, which supports the boiler and the engineer's cab.
Find another word for foothold. In this page you can discover 13 synonyms, antonyms, idiomatic expressions, and related words for foothold, like: ledge, crevice, footing, purchase, hold, toehold, space, niche, perch, beachhead and bridgehead.