Definition

A place on a shore that is taken by soldiers to help bring in more troops and supplies during an invasion.

Example

The army established a beachhead to facilitate the landing of reinforcements.

Conversation

Have you ever heard about a beachhead in military strategy?

Yeah, it's when troops capture a position on the shore, right?

Exactly! It’s crucial for securing further landings.

That makes sense; it must be a key part of any invasion plan.

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Root Explanation

Beachhead is formed from "beach" (from Old English *bæce*, meaning a pebbly shore or bank) and "head" (from Old English *heafod*, meaning the top or end). The term originally referred to a secured position on a beach from which military operations could be launched.

Memory Tip

Picture a 'shore' ('beach') where you establish a 'position' ('head') to start your operations. This helps you remember that a beachhead is a secure area on the beach for launching further actions.

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