Tikibu: pronunciation dictionary with use examples

Word: toehold
IPA transcription: [t'oʊh,oʊld]
noun meaning of the word
  • Synonyms: toehold
    Meaning: a wrestling hold in which the toe is held and the leg is twisted against the joints
  • Synonyms: toehold
    Meaning: a small foothold used in climbing
  • Synonyms: toehold
    Meaning: a relatively insignificant position from which future progress might be made; "American diplomacy provided a toehold on which to proceed toward peace talks"; "his father gave him a toehold in the oil business"
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