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"

Generic synonyms: Bridgehead, Foothold

2. Noun. An initial accomplishment that opens the way for further developments. "They are presently attempting to gain a foothold in the Russian market"
Exact synonyms: Foothold
Generic synonyms: Accomplishment, Achievement

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

1. [n -S]

Lexicographical Neighbors of Beachhead

beachcomber
beachcombers
beachcombing
beachcombs
beached
beaches
beachfront
beachfronts
beachful
beachfuls
beachgoer
beachgoers
beachgoing
beachhead (current term)
beachheads
beachie
beachier
beachies
beachiest
beachiness
beaching
beachings
beachless
beachlike
beachsalmon
beachscape
beachscapes
beachside

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