hold (EN)

verb, noun

verb “hold”

1. to grasp or grip something using your hands
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   She held the fragile vase carefully as she moved it to the shelf.
2. to keep something or someone in a particular position or state
   He held the ladder in place while she climbed.
3. to contain or be capable of containing
   This tank holds 50 gallons of water.
4. to possess or keep something
   She holds a master's degree in biology.
5. to wait
   Please hold while I transfer your call.
6. to reserve something for someone
   Could you hold two tickets for us until tomorrow?
7. to detain or keep someone in custody
   The police held the suspect overnight.
8. to stop moving; to stay still
   “Hold!” shouted the guard as we approached the gate.
9. to organize or conduct a meeting or event
   The company will hold its annual conference next month.
10. to have a particular belief or opinion
    He holds that honesty is the best policy.
11. to support the weight of something
    This old bridge won't hold the weight of heavy trucks.
12. to restrain oneself from (an urge or emotion)
    She couldn't hold her laughter during the play.
13. to consider someone accountable or responsible
    The court held the driver responsible for the accident.
14. to remain valid or true
    The statement still holds despite the new evidence.
15. (in the imperative) to omit something in an order
    I'll have a cheeseburger, please—hold the onions.
16. to control the urge to go to the bathroom
    The journey was so long that he couldn't hold it any longer.
17. (in tennis) to win one's own service game
    She served well and held to win the match.

noun “hold”

1. a grasp or grip with your hands or body
   She lost her hold on the rope and slipped.
2. influence or control over someone or something
   The cult leader had a powerful hold over his followers.
3. a reservation or arrangement to keep something for later
   I placed a hold on the book at the library.
4. the cargo area of a ship or aircraft
   The luggage was stored in the hold of the plane during the flight.
5. a move in martial arts used to control an opponent
   He won the match with a tight hold.
6. a state of waiting on the telephone
   They put me on hold for fifteen minutes.
7. the ability of a hair product to maintain the style
   This hairspray offers strong hold even in windy conditions.
8. (in rock climbing) a place on a surface where a climber can grip
   She reached for the next hold to continue her climb.
9. the casino's profit or advantage over players
   The casino's hold on table games is lower than on slots.
10. (in aviation) a designated area where aircraft wait before landing
    Due to congestion, the plane entered a hold over the city.
11. (in baseball) a statistic for a relief pitcher who maintains the lead
    The pitcher earned a hold after his solid performance.