foothold

noun

1. an initial accomplishment that opens the way for further developments

e.g. the town became a beachhead in the campaign to ban smoking outdoors
they are presently attempting to gain a foothold in the Russian market

Synonym: beachhead

2. a place providing support for the foot in standing or climbing

Synonym: footing

3. an area in hostile territory that has been captured and is held awaiting further troops and supplies

e.g. an attempt to secure a bridgehead behind enemy lines
the only foothold left for British troops in Europe was Gibraltar

Synonym: bridgehead

1. 立足点;稳固地位
A foothold is a strong or favourable position from which further advances or progress may be made.

foothold的反义词

e.g. If British business is to have a successful future, companies must establish a firm foothold in Europe.
如果英国公司想在未来成功发展，就必须在欧洲建立稳固的基础。

2. (攀登时的)立足点,支点
A foothold is a place such as a small hole or area of rock where you can safely put your foot when climbing.

e.g. He lowered his legs until he felt he had a solid foothold on the rockface beneath him.
他把腿向下伸，直到他感觉稳稳地踩住下面的石头。

1. 立足点;据点：foothill 山麓 | foothold 立足点;据点 | footing deck 基脚顶板

2. foothold的近义词

2. 立足点：foothill 小丘 | foothold 立足点 | foothot 不延迟地

3. 据点：exclusive zone禁区 | foothold据点 | fort要塞,边塞

4. 立足处：foothills /山麓丘陵/ | foothold /立足处/ | footings /结算总额/