footing

noun

1. Now Rare a moving on the feet; walking, dancing, etc.
2. a secure placing of the feet: to lose one's footing
3. 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
4. 1. a position or basis: the business is on a sound footing
   2. a basis for relationship: a friendly footing, an equal footing
5. 1. the adding of a column of figures
   2. the sum obtained
6. Archit. the projecting base or enlarged foundation put under a column, wall, etc. to spread its weight and prevent settling

Origin: ME fotinge: see foot & -ing