Footing
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈfʊtɪŋ/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Footing is a noun meaning A ground for the foot; place for the foot to rest on; firm foundation to stand on.
Meaning
A ground for the foot; place for the foot to rest on; firm foundation to stand on.
More Meanings
- A standing; position; established place; foothold.
- A relative condition; state.
- Stability or balance when standing on one's feet.
- The act of adding up a column of figures; the amount or sum total of such a column.
- The act of putting a foot to anything; also, that which is added as a foot
- (dated) A tread; step; especially, a measured tread.
- (rare) A footprint or footprints; tracks, someone's trail.
Example Sentences
Hark, I hear the footing of a man.
[L]ived on a footing of equality with nobles.
In ascents, every step gained is a footing and help to the next.
The Monster swift as word, that from her went, Went forth in hast, and did her footing trace[…].
Word Forms
- footings
Synonyms for footing
Depending on context, synonyms include ground, basis, foothold.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include foothold, ground, basis, footer, walk, toe.
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