Synonyms for hold

noun the act of grasping

noun understanding of the nature or meaning or quality or magnitude of something

noun time during which some action is awaited

noun a state of being confined (usually for a short time)

noun a cell in a jail or prison

noun the appendage to an object that is designed to be held in order to use or move it

noun the space in a ship or aircraft for storing cargo

verb cause to continue in a certain state, position, or activity; e.g., `keep clean'

verb have or hold in one's hands or grip

verb organize or be responsible for

verb have or possess, either in a concrete or an abstract sense

verb keep in mind or convey as a conviction or view

verb maintain (a theory, thoughts, or feelings)

verb to close within bounds, or otherwise limit or deprive of free movement

verb secure and keep for possible future use or application

verb have rightfully; of rights, titles, and offices

verb be the physical support of; carry the weight of

verb contain or hold; have within

verb have room for; hold without crowding

verb support or hold in a certain manner

verb be valid, applicable, or true

verb be capable of holding or containing

verb arrange for and reserve (something for someone else) in advance

verb protect against a challenge or attack

verb bind by an obligation; cause to be indebted

verb resist or confront with resistance

verb be pertinent or relevant or applicable

verb lessen the intensity of; temper; hold in restraint; hold or keep within limits

verb cause to stop

verb drink alcohol without showing ill effects

verb declare to be

verb be in accord; be in agreement