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1. (n.) beachhead
the area that is the first objective of a military force landing on an enemy shore.
2. beachhead
a secure initial position that can be used for further advancement; foothold.
Etymology: (alter. of bêche -de -mer a trade item in the region where this type of pidgin is spoken)
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Princeton's WordNet |
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1. (noun) beachhead
a bridgehead on the enemy's shoreline seized by an amphibious operation
"the Germans were desperately trying to contain the Anzio beachhead"
2. (noun) beachhead, foothold
an initial accomplishment that opens the way for further developments
"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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Dictionary of Military and Associated Terms |
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1. beachhead
A designated area on a hostile or potentially hostile shore that, when seized and held, ensures the continuous landing of troops and materiel, and provides maneuver space requisite for subsequent projected operations ashore.
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