footings

(noun) status with respect to the relations between people or groups. Synonyms: footing, terms. Examples: "On good terms with her in-laws." "On a friendly footing."

(noun) a relation that provides the foundation for something. Synonyms: footing, basis, ground. Examples: "They were on a friendly footing." "He worked on an interim basis."

(noun) a place providing support for the foot in standing or climbing. Synonyms: foothold, footing.