handhold
/ˈhændˌhoʊld/
noun
- A part or place that you can hold onto with your hand, especially when climbing or for support.
- The climber searched for a secure handhold on the rock face.
- The bus was so crowded that she could not find a handhold.
- Make sure you have a good handhold before you step onto the ladder.
- A secure position or advantage in a situation.
- The company is trying to gain a handhold in the Asian market.
- The new policy gave the opposition a handhold to criticize the government.
- He used his experience to get a handhold in the competitive industry.