Foothold

/ˈfʊthˌhoʊld/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A secure position from which further progress can be made.

The climber found a foothold on the rocky face of the mountain.

A means of establishing or maintaining a position in a particular field or environment.

The startup is seeking a foothold in the competitive tech market.

A strong base of support for future advancement or growth.

The charity aims to gain a foothold in the local community to expand its outreach.

The term 'foothold' is derived from the combination of 'foot' + 'hold'.

gain a foothold

To establish a secure position in a competitive situation.

lose one's foothold

To lose stability or security in a situation.

find a foothold

To discover a secure support or basis for advancement.

hold

To grip or support.

grasp

To seize or hold firmly.

base

The foundation or starting point.

A term used to describe a strategic advantage.

That deal gave us a nice foothold in the tech industry.

Used to refer to having a key position in a competitive scenario.

We've got a good foothold in the youth market.