1. the concrete foundations of a building or structure that distribute weight to the ground
Usage: construction; architecture
2. a secure position or basis for something
3. the condition or status of a relationship between people or groups

Examples

• The contractor poured concrete footings before building the house.
• Deep footings are required for structures on unstable soil.
• The company established its business on solid financial footings.
• After the argument, they tried to get back on friendly footings.
• The treaty put both nations on equal footings.
• She gained her footings in the industry through hard work.
• The building’s footings extend six feet below ground level.