Meaning of the word footing in English

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footing

US /ˈfʊt̬.ɪŋ/

UK /ˈfʊt̬.ɪŋ/

the basis on which something is established or operates

Example:

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The company is now on a sound financial footing.

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They started the project on an equal footing.

Synonym:

basis foundation grounding establishment status

the secure position of one's feet on the ground or a surface

Example:

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He lost his footing on the icy path.

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The climber struggled to find a firm footing on the rock face.

Synonym:

grip hold stance balance foothold

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