足あし固がためMeaningsNoun1. groundwork; preparation2. walking practice; strengthening one's legs3. leg hold (wrestling, judo, etc.)4. wooden beam that joins underfloor pillarsKanji used足foot固solidifyPitch accentあしがためComposed of足あしfoot; paw; arm (of an octopus, squid, etc.); leg; gait; pace; lower radical of a kanji; means of transportation; (one's) rideNoun固かためhardening; fortifying; pledge; vow; defense; defence; guardingNoun