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BEACHHEAD

(noun)

Definitions

There are 2 meanings of the word Beachhead.

Beachhead - as a noun

A bridgehead on the enemy's shoreline seized by an amphibious operation

Example: "The germans were desperately trying to contain the anzio beachhead"

An initial accomplishment that opens the way for further developments

Example: "The town became a beachhead in the campaign to ban smoking outdoors"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
foothold

Example Sentences

"The troops managed to secure a beachhead and establish a forward operating base."
"The invasion force successfully captured the enemy's beachhead."
"The soldiers dug trenches on the beachhead to protect themselves from enemy fire."
"The tanks rolled ashore and formed a defensive line on the beachhead."
"Due to heavy resistance, the troops were unable to gain a foothold on the beachhead."
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Word Game Points

Is BEACHHEAD a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, beachhead is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

BEACHHEAD has a SCRABBLE points total of 20.

Is BEACHHEAD a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, beachhead is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
BEACHHEAD has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 20.

Is BEACHHEAD a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, beachhead is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
BEACHHEAD has a WORDFEUD points total of 22.

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