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hold
(h/oU/ld )

noun (n)

  • the act of grasping(noun.act)
    Example:
    She kept a firm hold on the railing.
    Synonym:
    clasp, clench, clutch, clutches, grasp, grip
    source: wordnet30
  • understanding of the nature or meaning or quality or magnitude of something(noun.cognition)
    Synonym:
    appreciation, grasp
    source: wordnet30
  • power by which something or someone is affected or dominated(noun.attribute)
    Example:
    He has a hold over them.
    source: wordnet30
  • time during which some action is awaited(noun.time)
    Example:
    He ordered a hold in the action.
    Synonym:
    delay, postponement, time lag, wait
    source: wordnet30
  • a state of being confined (usually for a short time)(noun.state)
    Example:
    The prisoner is on hold.
    Synonym:
    custody, detainment, detention
    source: wordnet30
  • a stronghold(noun.artifact)
    source: wordnet30
  • a cell in a jail or prison(noun.artifact)
    Synonym:
    keep
    source: wordnet30
  • the appendage to an object that is designed to be held in order to use or move it(noun.artifact)
    Synonym:
    grip, handgrip, handle
    source: wordnet30
  • the space in a ship or aircraft for storing cargo(noun.artifact)
    Synonym:
    cargo area, cargo deck, cargo hold, storage area
    source: wordnet30
  • The whole interior portion of a vessel below the lower deck, in which the cargo is stowed.(noun)
    source: webster1913
  • The act of holding, as in or with the hands or arms; the manner of holding, whether firm or loose; seizure; grasp; clasp; gripe; possession; -- often used with the verbs take and lay.(noun)
    source: webster1913

verb (v)

  • keep in a certain state, position, or activity; e.g.,(verb.stative)
    Example:
    Hold in place.
    Synonym:
    keep, maintain
    source: wordnet30
  • have or hold in one's hands or grip(verb.contact)
    Example:
    Hold this bowl for a moment, please.
    A crazy idea took hold of him.
    Synonym:
    take hold
    Antonym:
    let go, let go of, release, relinquish
    source: wordnet30
  • organize or be responsible for(verb.creation)
    Example:
    Hold a reception.
    Synonym:
    give, have, make, throw
    source: wordnet30
  • have or possess, either in a concrete or an abstract sense(verb.possession)
    Example:
    She holds a Master's degree from Harvard.
    Synonym:
    have, have got
    source: wordnet30
  • keep in mind or convey as a conviction or view(verb.cognition)
    Example:
    Hold these truths to be self-evident.
    I hold him personally responsible.
    Synonym:
    deem, take for, view as
    source: wordnet30
  • maintain (a theory, thoughts, or feelings)(verb.emotion)
    Synonym:
    entertain, harbor, harbour, nurse
    source: wordnet30
  • to close within bounds, limit or hold back from movement(verb.contact)
    Example:
    This holds the local until the express passengers change trains.
    Synonym:
    confine, restrain
    source: wordnet30
  • secure and keep for possible future use or application(verb.possession)
    Synonym:
    hold back, keep back, retain
    source: wordnet30
  • have rightfully; of rights, titles, and offices(verb.possession)
    Synonym:
    bear
    source: wordnet30
  • be the physical support of; carry the weight of(verb.contact)
    Example:
    The beam holds up the roof.
    What's holding that mirror?.
    Synonym:
    hold up, support, sustain
    source: wordnet30
  • contain or hold; have within(verb.stative)
    Example:
    The canteen holds fresh water.
    Synonym:
    bear, carry, contain
    source: wordnet30
  • have room for; hold without crowding(verb.stative)
    Example:
    The auditorium can't hold more than 500 people.
    Synonym:
    accommodate, admit
    source: wordnet30
  • remain in a certain state, position, or condition(verb.stative)
    source: wordnet30
  • support or hold in a certain manner(verb.contact)
    Example:
    She holds her head high.
    Synonym:
    bear, carry
    source: wordnet30
  • be valid, applicable, or true(verb.stative)
    Example:
    This theory still holds.
    Synonym:
    obtain, prevail
    source: wordnet30
  • assert or affirm(verb.cognition)
    Example:
    Rousseau's philosophy holds that people are inherently good.
    source: wordnet30
  • have as a major characteristic(verb.stative)
    Example:
    The novel holds many surprises.
    The book holds in store much valuable advise.
    source: wordnet30
  • be capable of holding or containing(verb.stative)
    Example:
    The flask holds one gallon.
    Synonym:
    contain, take
    source: wordnet30
  • arrange for and reserve (something for someone else) in advance(verb.social)
    Example:
    Please hold a table at Maxim's.
    Synonym:
    book, reserve
    source: wordnet30
  • protect against a challenge or attack(verb.competition)
    Example:
    Hold that position behind the trees!.
    Hold the bridge against the enemy's attacks.
    Synonym:
    defend, guard
    source: wordnet30
  • bind by an obligation; cause to be indebted(verb.communication)
    Example:
    I'll hold you by your promise.
    Synonym:
    bind, obligate, oblige
    source: wordnet30
  • hold the attention of(verb.cognition)
    Example:
    She can hold an audience spellbound.
    source: wordnet30
  • remain committed to(verb.cognition)
    Example:
    I hold to these ideas.
    source: wordnet30
  • resist or confront with resistance(verb.stative)
    Synonym:
    defy, hold up, withstand
    source: wordnet30
  • be pertinent or relevant or applicable(verb.stative)
    Example:
    This theory holds for all irrational numbers.
    Synonym:
    apply, go for
    source: wordnet30
  • stop dealing with(verb.stative)
    Example:
    Hold all calls to the President's office while he is in a meeting.
    source: wordnet30
  • lessen the intensity of; temper; hold in restraint; hold or keep within limits(verb.social)
    Example:
    Hold your tongue.
    Hold your temper.
    Synonym:
    check, contain, control, curb, hold in, moderate
    source: wordnet30
  • keep from departing(verb.social)
    Example:
    Hold the taxi.
    Hold the horse.
    source: wordnet30
  • take and maintain control over, often by violent means(verb.social)
    source: wordnet30
  • cause to stop(verb.motion)
    Synonym:
    arrest, halt, stop
    source: wordnet30
  • cover as for protection against noise or smell(verb.contact)
    Example:
    Hold one's nose.
    source: wordnet30
  • drink alcohol without showing ill effects(verb.consumption)
    Example:
    He can hold his liquor.
    Synonym:
    carry
    source: wordnet30
  • aim, point, or direct(verb.competition)
    Example:
    Hold the fire extinguisher directly on the flames.
    source: wordnet30
  • declare to be(verb.communication)
    Synonym:
    adjudge, declare
    source: wordnet30
  • be in accord; be in agreement(verb.communication)
    Example:
    I hold with those who say life is sacred.
    Synonym:
    agree, concord, concur
    Antonym:
    differ, disagree, dissent, take issue
    source: wordnet30
  • keep from exhaling or expelling(verb.body)
    Example:
    Hold your breath.
    source: wordnet30
  • To cause to remain in a given situation, position, or relation, within certain limits, or the like; to prevent from falling or escaping; to sustain; to restrain; to keep in the grasp; to retain.(verb)
    source: webster1913
  • In general, to keep one's self in a given position or condition; to remain fixed. Hence:(verb)
    source: webster1913
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