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beachhead noun

  /ˈbiːt͡ʃhɛd/
  • (military) An area of hostile territory (especially on a beach) that, when captured, serves for the continuous landing (or movement into position) of further troops and material
  • (by extension) An initial success that ensures the possibility of further advances in a project; a foothold.
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