Definition of hold
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noun (n)
the act of grasping (noun.act)
Example: She kept a firm hold on the railing.
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understanding of the nature or meaning or quality or magnitude of something (noun.cognition)
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power by which something or someone is affected or dominated (noun.attribute)
Example: He has a hold over them.
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time during which some action is awaited (noun.time)
Example: He ordered a hold in the action.
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a state of being confined (usually for a short time) (noun.state)
Example: The prisoner is on hold.
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a stronghold (noun.artifact)
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a cell in a jail or prison (noun.artifact)
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the appendage to an object that is designed to be held in order to use or move it (noun.artifact)
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the space in a ship or aircraft for storing cargo (noun.artifact)
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The whole interior portion of a vessel below the lower deck, in which the cargo is stowed. (noun)
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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)
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verb (v)
keep in a certain state, position, or activity; e.g., (verb.stative)
Example: Hold in place.
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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.
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organize or be responsible for (verb.creation)
Example: Hold a reception.
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have or possess, either in a concrete or an abstract sense (verb.possession)
Example: She holds a Master's degree from Harvard.
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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.
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maintain (a theory, thoughts, or feelings) (verb.emotion)
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to close within bounds, limit or hold back from movement (verb.contact)
Example: This holds the local until the express passengers change trains.
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secure and keep for possible future use or application (verb.possession)
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have rightfully; of rights, titles, and offices (verb.possession)
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be the physical support of; carry the weight of (verb.contact)
Example: The beam holds up the roof.
What's holding that mirror?.
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contain or hold; have within (verb.stative)
Example: The canteen holds fresh water.
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have room for; hold without crowding (verb.stative)
Example: The auditorium can't hold more than 500 people.
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remain in a certain state, position, or condition (verb.stative)
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support or hold in a certain manner (verb.contact)
Example: She holds her head high.
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be valid, applicable, or true (verb.stative)
Example: This theory still holds.
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assert or affirm (verb.cognition)
Example: Rousseau's philosophy holds that people are inherently good.
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have as a major characteristic (verb.stative)
Example: The novel holds many surprises.
The book holds in store much valuable advise.
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be capable of holding or containing (verb.stative)
Example: The flask holds one gallon.
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arrange for and reserve (something for someone else) in advance (verb.social)
Example: Please hold a table at Maxim's.
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protect against a challenge or attack (verb.competition)
Example: Hold that position behind the trees!.
Hold the bridge against the enemy's attacks.
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bind by an obligation; cause to be indebted (verb.communication)
Example: I'll hold you by your promise.
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hold the attention of (verb.cognition)
Example: She can hold an audience spellbound.
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remain committed to (verb.cognition)
Example: I hold to these ideas.
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resist or confront with resistance (verb.stative)
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be pertinent or relevant or applicable (verb.stative)
Example: This theory holds for all irrational numbers.
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stop dealing with (verb.stative)
Example: Hold all calls to the President's office while he is in a meeting.
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lessen the intensity of; temper; hold in restraint; hold or keep within limits (verb.social)
Example: Hold your tongue.
Hold your temper.
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keep from departing (verb.social)
Example: Hold the taxi.
Hold the horse.
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take and maintain control over, often by violent means (verb.social)
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cause to stop (verb.motion)
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cover as for protection against noise or smell (verb.contact)
Example: Hold one's nose.
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drink alcohol without showing ill effects (verb.consumption)
Example: He can hold his liquor.
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aim, point, or direct (verb.competition)
Example: Hold the fire extinguisher directly on the flames.
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declare to be (verb.communication)
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be in accord; be in agreement (verb.communication)
Example: I hold with those who say life is sacred.
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keep from exhaling or expelling (verb.body)
Example: Hold your breath.
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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)
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In general, to keep one's self in a given position or condition; to remain fixed. Hence: (verb)
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