foothold
/ˈfʊtˌhoʊld/
noun
- A place where a person can safely put their foot, especially while climbing.
- She found a small foothold in the crack and pulled herself up.
- Make sure each foothold is solid before shifting your weight.
- The climber searched for a secure foothold on the rocky cliff.
- A secure position from which further progress can be made, especially in a competitive or challenging situation.
- The team needs to establish a foothold in the first half of the game.
- The company gained a foothold in the Asian market last year.
- He used his internship to get a foothold in the film industry.