toehold

(hōld′)

noun

  1. a small space or ledge for supporting the toe of the foot in climbing, etc.
  2. any means of surmounting obstacles, gaining entry, etc.
  3. a slight footing or advantage
  4. Wrestling a hold in which one wrestler twists the other's foot

See toehold in American Heritage Dictionary 4

noun
  1. A small indentation or ledge on which the toe of a shoe can find support in climbing.
  2. A slight or initial yet significant advantage useful for future progress: Family connections gave her a toehold in politics.
  3. Sports A wrestling hold in which one competitor wrenches the other's foot.

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