Bridgehead (Noun)
Meaning 1
A defensive post at the end of a bridge nearest to the enemy.
Classification
Nouns denoting spatial position.
Hypernyms
Meaning 2
An area in hostile territory that has been captured and is held awaiting further troops and supplies; "an attempt to secure a bridgehead behind enemy lines"; "the only foothold left for British troops in Europe was Gibraltar".
Classification
Nouns denoting spatial position.