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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