leg up
noun
Middle School
1
The act of assisting another's progress over a wall or other obstacle by forming a step for one of their feet with one's hands.
2
A boost, a sudden improvement; an advantage, an edge.
3
Assistance, help given to get started or overcome a problem or obstacle.
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