Definition of "hold"

Kid-friendly meaning of hold, with part of speech, syllables, and example sentences for grades K-2, 3-5, and 6-8.

What does "hold" mean?

hold (verb) — to have something in your hand.

Part of speechVerb Syllables1 (hold)

Example sentences using "hold"

Grade K–2
Hold my hand.
Grade 3–5
She had to hold the big bag of groceries with both of her arms.
Grade 6–8
Sometimes the hardest thing about being a friend is knowing when to give advice and when to just hold the silence with someone.

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