Scrabble & Words with friends points
- footholds is a valid Scrabble US word with a point value of 16
- footholds is a valid Scrabble UK word with a point value of 16
- footholds is a valid Words with friends word with a point value of 16
Definition of footholds
- an area in hostile territory that has been captured and is held awaiting further troops and supplies (noun)
Examples
- the only foothold left for British troops in Europe was Gibraltar
Synonyms
- bridgehead
- an initial accomplishment that opens the way for further developments (noun)
Examples
- they are presently attempting to gain a foothold in the Russian market
Synonyms
- beachhead
- a place providing support for the foot in standing or climbing (noun)
Synonyms
- footing
See definition of footholds in Merriam Webster