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Meaning of hold on in English

  1. Pronunciation

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  1. Verb

    hold on

    Definitions

    1. hold firmly
  2. 2. stop and wait, as if awaiting further instructions or developments

    Examples

    • « Hold on a moment! »
  3. 3. be persistent, refuse to stop

    Examples

    • « he persisted to call me every night »
    • « The child persisted and kept asking questions »
  4. 4. hold the phone line open

    Examples

    • « Please hang on while I get your folder »
  5. 5. retain possession of

    Examples

    • « Can I keep my old stuffed animals? »
    • « She kept her maiden name after she married »

    Antonyms

    • lose

See also

  • withhold
  • retain

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