Toehold

noun

/ˈtəʊhəʊld/

Word Frequency: 0.1

Definitions

1.nounA foothold small enough to support just the toe.

2.noun(by extension) Any small advantage which allows one to make significant progress; a slight footing or foothold.

3.nounA hold in which the aggressor bends back the opponent's foot.

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