beachhead
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noun
1.
the area that is the first objective of a military force landing on an enemy shore.
2.
a secure initial position that has been gained and can be used for further advancement; foothold: The company has won a beachhead in the personal computer market.
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beachhead (ˈbiːtʃˌhɛd) ![[Click for IPA pronunciation guide]](http://static.sfdict.com/dictstatic/g/d/dictionary_questionbutton_default.gif) | |
| —n | |
| 1. | an area on a beach that has been captured from the enemy and on which troops and equipment are landed |
| 2. | the object of an amphibious operation |
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Beachhead
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Example sentences
Although dispersed throughout the beachhead, this equipment was linked primarily by telephone with a radio backup.
It could also be a beachhead for similar projects in other cities.
We took a stroll on the beach along the line of boats on the beachhead.
His regiment stormed the beachhead and fought their way into the island interior under heavy enemy fire.
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