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Definition of Bridgehead
1. Noun. An area in hostile territory that has been captured and is held awaiting further troops and supplies. "The only foothold left for British troops in Europe was Gibraltar"
Exact synonyms: Foothold
Generic synonyms: Combat Area, Combat Zone
Specialized synonyms: Airhead, Beachhead
Generic synonyms: Combat Area, Combat Zone
Specialized synonyms: Airhead, Beachhead
2. Noun. A defensive post at the end of a bridge nearest to the enemy.
Definition of Bridgehead
1. n. A fortification commanding the extremity of a bridge nearest the enemy, to insure the preservation and usefulness of the bridge, and prevent the enemy from crossing; a tête-de-pont.
Definition of Bridgehead
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Medical Definition of Bridgehead
1. A fortification commanding the extremity of a bridge nearest the enemy, to insure the preservation and usefulness of the bridge, and prevent the enemy from crossing; a tete-de-pont. Source: Websters Dictionary (01 Mar 1998)