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    beachhead

    beachhead - Dictionary definition and meaning for word beachhead

    Definition
    (noun) a bridgehead on the enemy's shoreline seized by an amphibious operation
    Example Sentence
    • the Germans were desperately trying to contain the Anzio beachhead
    Definition
    (noun) an initial accomplishment that opens the way for further developments
    Synonyms : foothold
    Example Sentence
    • the town became a beachhead in the campaign to ban smoking outdoors
    • they are presently attempting to gain a foothold in the Russian market
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