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Meaning of hold up

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

hold up

Pronunciation:

verb

Definitions

  1. To wait or delay.

    Example: Hold up a minute. I want to check something.

  2. To impede; detain.

    Example: I've got to be to work now. Why are you holding me up?

  3. To support or lift.

    Example: Hold up the table while I slide this underneath.

  4. To withstand; to stand up to; to survive.

    Example: hold up to heavy use