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(hold-ing) 2 syllables

Definition

verb. to have something in one's hands or arms.

Example Sentence

Thanks for holding my place in line.

More Example Sentences

She is holding her mom's hand.

Synonyms

grasping; carrying; possessing

Antonyms

releasing

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holding
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Rhymes

  • bolding
  • folding
  • golding
  • holding
  • molding
  • moulding
  • scolding

  • beholding
  • unfolding
  • upholding
  • withholding
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