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The definition of a foothold is a place of stability where you can put your foot while climbing or the state of being secure enough to move forward.

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A large and solid rock where you can rest your foot while climbing is an example of a foothold.
When a disease advances far enough that it is likely to infect a very large number of people, this is an example of a situation where a disease has a foothold.

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See foothold in Webster's New World College Dictionary

noun

a place to put a foot down securely, as in climbing
a secure position from which it is difficult to be dislodged

See foothold in American Heritage Dictionary 4

noun

A place providing support for the foot in climbing or standing.
A firm or secure position that provides a base for further advancement.

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