footing
|foot/ing|
B2
/ˈfʊtɪŋ/
(foot)
lower extremity
Etymology
Etymology Information
'footing' originates from Old English, specifically the word 'fōt,' where 'fōt' meant 'foot.'
Historical Evolution
'fōt' transformed into the Middle English word 'foting,' and eventually became the modern English word 'footing.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'the act of walking or stepping,' but over time it evolved into its current meanings related to foundation and position.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the basis or foundation on which something is established.
The company is on a solid financial footing.
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Noun 2
the position or placement of the feet when standing or walking.
She lost her footing and fell.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:35