foothold
3 synonyms and 0 antonyms for foothold, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A secure place to put one's foot when climbing.
Synonyms
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
How to use foothold
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
From foot + hold.
Full origin of foothold →Frequently asked questions
What does “foothold” mean?
The word “foothold” means a secure place to put one's foot when climbing. In plain terms, a firm place to stand, literally when climbing or figuratively when starting to succeed somewhere new.
How do you pronounce “foothold”?
“Foothold” is pronounced FUUT-hohld (/ˈfʊthoʊld/ in IPA).
How do you use “foothold” in a sentence?
Here is “foothold” used in a sentence: “He searched the rock face for a solid foothold.”
What part of speech is “foothold”?
“Foothold” is a noun.
Is “foothold” a common word?
“Foothold” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “foothold” have?
“Foothold” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a secure place to put one's foot when climbing.