Definitions
There are 5 meanings of the phrase
Hold On.
Hold On - as a verb
Hold firmly
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
grasp8Hypernyms (Closely Related)
hold8take holdHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Stop and wait, as if awaiting further instructions or developments
Example: "Hold on a moment!"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
stop6Be persistent, refuse to stop
Example: "He persisted to call me every night"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
hang inhang onpersevere14persist9Hypernyms (Closely Related)
bear oncontinue10preserve13uphold12Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Hold the phone line open
Example: "Please hang on while i get your folder"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
hang onhold the lineExample Sentences
"Please hold on while I transfer your call."
"Could you hold on to my bag for a moment?"
"Stay in your seat and hold on during turbulence."
"I need to hold on to this receipt for reimbursement."
"Can you hold on to my keys until I get back?"
