footing

noun

Now Rare a moving on the feet; walking, dancing, etc.
a secure placing of the feet: to lose one's footing
1. the condition of a surface with regard to its suitability, for walking, running, etc.: poor footing following the rain
2. a secure place to put the feet; foothold
1. a position or basis: the business is on a sound footing
2. a basis for relationship: a friendly footing, an equal footing
1. the adding of a column of figures
2. the sum obtained
Archit. the projecting base or enlarged foundation put under a column, wall, etc. to spread its weight and prevent settling