English Dictionary

hold on

verb

To grasp or grip firmly. / (idiomatic) To keep; to store something for someone. / (idiomatic) Wait a short while. / (idiomatic) To remain loyal. / (idiomatic) To persist.

Hold on to the railing while going down the stairs.

意味（1）

To grasp or grip firmly.

Hold on tightly to the railing.

意味（2）

(idiomatic) To keep; to store something for someone.

Hold on to my umbrella while I ride the roller coaster.

意味（3）

(idiomatic) Wait a short while.

Hold on while I get my coat.

意味（4）

(idiomatic) To remain loyal.

He didn't give up his fandom when others did; he held on.

意味（5）

(idiomatic) To persist.

This trade held on for many years.