/ˈfʊtɪŋ ||; ˈfυtɪŋ/noun[sing] 1 being able to stand firmly on a surface 站稳: Climbers usually attach themselves to a rope in case they lose their footing. 攀登者通常在身上系着绳子,以防失足滑落。 (figurative 比喻) The company is now on a firm footing and should soon show a profit. 公司已经站稳脚跟,当能很快开始有盈利。
2 the level or position of sb/sth (in relation to sb/sth else) (相对于其他人或事物的)地位,位置: to be on an equal footing with sb 跟某人平起平坐