Meaning of take hold in English

1. Pronunciation

   US accent

   How to pronounce take hold in American English, in context ▾
   Use the controls below to browse different examples of pronunciation.

   UK accent

   How to pronounce take hold in British English, in context ▾
   Use the controls below to browse different examples of pronunciation.

1. Verb

   take hold

   Definitions

   1. assume control
2. 2. have or hold in one's hands or grip

   Examples

   • « Hold this bowl for a moment, please »
   • « A crazy idea took hold of him »

   Antonyms

   • let go of
   • let go
   • release
   • relinquish