Synonyms
Etymology

1. bridgehead

noun. ['ˈbrɪdʒˌhɛd'] an area in hostile territory that has been captured and is held awaiting further troops and supplies.

Etymology

  • -head (English)
  • -hede (Middle English (1100-1500))
  • bridge (English)
  • brigge (Middle English (1100-1500))

Rhymes with Bridgehead

  • airhead
  • arrowhead
  • arrowhead
  • bankhead
  • beachhead
  • blockhead
  • broadhead
  • brodhead
  • bulkhead
  • bullhead
  • butthead
  • cadenhead
  • copperhead
  • craghead
  • craighead
  • deadhead
  • dragonhead
  • drumhead
  • egghead
  • figurehead

2. bridgehead

noun. ['ˈbrɪdʒˌhɛd'] a defensive post at the end of a bridge nearest to the enemy.

Synonyms

Etymology

  • -head (English)
  • -hede (Middle English (1100-1500))
  • bridge (English)
  • brigge (Middle English (1100-1500))