Foothold
Yes, foothold is a valid Scrabble word. It has 8 letters and is worth 15 points in Scrabble.
What does foothold mean?
noun
- an area in hostile territory that has been captured and is held awaiting further troops and supplies
an attempt to secure a bridgehead behind enemy lines
- a place providing support for the foot in standing or climbing
- an initial accomplishment that opens the way for further developments
the town became a beachhead in the campaign to ban smoking outdoors
Definitions from WordNet 3.0, Princeton University.
Synonyms for foothold
Word facts
| Letters | 8 |
|---|---|
| Vowels / consonants | 3 / 5 |
| Scrabble points | 15 |
| In the ENABLE word list | Yes |
| How common | Less common |
Anagrams of foothold
No other dictionary word uses exactly the letters FOOTHOLD.
Words you can make from foothold
Frequently asked questions
Is foothold a valid Scrabble word?
Yes. Foothold is in the ENABLE word list used by many word games, so it is generally playable in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
How many points is foothold worth in Scrabble?
Foothold is worth 15 points in Scrabble, before any premium squares.
What does foothold mean?
Foothold means: an area in hostile territory that has been captured and is held awaiting further troops and supplies.