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Definition of Beachhead
1. Noun. A bridgehead on the enemy's shoreline seized by an amphibious operation. "The Germans were desperately trying to contain the Anzio beachhead"
2. Noun. An initial accomplishment that opens the way for further developments. "They are presently attempting to gain a foothold in the Russian market"
Definition of Beachhead
1. Noun. (military) An area of hostile territory (especially on a beach) that, when captured, serves for the continuous landing (or movement into position) of further troops and material ¹
2. Noun. (context: by extension) an initial success that ensures the possibility of further advances in a project; a foothold ¹
¹ Source: wiktionary.com
Definition of Beachhead
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