flotation vs foothold

flotation

noun
  • A state of floating, or being afloat. 

  • The ability (as of a tire or snowshoes) to stay on the surface of soft ground or snow. 

  • A process of separating minerals by agitating a mixture with water and detergents etc; selected substances being carried to the surface in air bubbles. 

  • The launching onto the market of a tranche of stocks or shares, usually a new issue. 

foothold

noun
  • A secure position from which it is difficult to be dislodged. 

  • A solid grip with the feet. 

  • Airhead, beachhead, bridgehead, lodgement. 

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