hold in Meaning, Definition & Usage

  1. verb close in; darkness enclosed him"
    confine; enclose.
  2. verb lessen the intensity of; temper; hold in restraint; hold or keep within limits
    control; moderate; curb; contain; hold; check.
    • moderate your alcohol intake
    • hold your tongue
    • hold your temper
    • control your anger
  3. verb hold back; keep from being perceived by others
    conceal; hold back.
    • She conceals her anger well

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