What is "bridgehead" in English? Definition and Explanations

Updated: 28-06-2026 by Wikilanguages.net

What does bridgehead mean in English? Meaning of bridgehead definition and abbreviation with examples.

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Meaning of "bridgehead": an area in hostile territory that has been captured and is held awaiting further troops and supplies

Meaning: an area in hostile territory that has been captured and is held awaiting further troops and supplies

Example: an attempt to secure a bridgehead behind enemy lines the only foothold left for British troops in Europe was Gibraltar

Synonyms: bridgehead foothold

Hyponyms: airhead beachhead

Hypernyms: combat area combat zone

Meaning: a defensive post at the end of a bridge nearest to the enemy

Synonyms: bridgehead

Hypernyms: post station

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