Choose the perfect synonym or antonym for the word To keep something in a particular position or state, either physically or mentally.
Hold
/həʊld/Synonyms:
Antonyms:
Examples:
Tom held the part in place while Al tightened the screws.Mr Murdstone was holding a cane in his hand.Spike holds the bracelet next to the one on Victor's wrist.
Etymology:
From Old English healdan, of Germanic origin; related to Dutch houden and German halten.
Usage Statistics:
417 mentions per 1 million words 
Hint: Frequency according to COCA
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