Hold
Noun, Verb
UK
/həʊld/
US
/hoĘŠld/
Definition
(v) : To grip, carry, keep, or continue something.
(n) : A grip or support.
(n) : A grip or support.
Example
"(v) : She held the cup tightly."
"(v) : The teacher will hold a class meeting in the library tomorrow afternoon."
"(n) : He kept a firm hold on the rope to avoid falling into the water."
Explanation
Hold means to grip, carry, or keep something in your hand. For example, she held the baby carefully. It can also mean to keep or continue, like the old bridge still holds strong after many years. It can also mean to organise or have something (like an event, meeting, party, or competition). Example: The school will hold the event tomorrow. As a noun, “hold” can mean a strong grip; for example, he had a firm hold on the rope. People use hold in many situations, like carrying objects, staying in place, or organising events.