Entry 1 sense Webster, 1913 Foothold /fo͝ot'-hōldˌ/ · Foot·hold · IPA /ˈfʊthoʊld/ 01 n. A holding with the feet; firm standing; that on which one may tread or rest securely; footing. 1. A holding with the feet; firm standing; that on which one may tread or rest securely; footing.