Pronunciation: /ˈhoʊldɪŋ/
noun the act of grasping or gripping something
A1 She is holding a book in her hand.
A2 The child was holding his mother's hand tightly.
B1 The holding of hands is a common gesture of affection.
B2 The company is currently holding a meeting to discuss the new project.
C1 The holding of stocks and bonds requires careful consideration of market trends.
C2 The holding of valuable assets in a trust fund can provide financial security for future generations.
verb the present participle of the verb 'hold', which means to grasp or support something
A1 She is holding a book in her hand.
A2 He was holding his daughter's hand as they walked through the park.
B1 The teacher is holding a meeting with the parents to discuss the students' progress.
B2 The CEO is holding a press conference to address the company's recent financial losses.
C1 The government is holding negotiations with the opposition party to reach a compromise.
C2 The judge is holding a hearing to determine the admissibility of the evidence in the case.
adjective having the ability to hold or grasp something
A1 She is holding a book in her hand.
A2 The teacher was holding a red pen while grading papers.
B1 The chef was holding a knife to chop vegetables.
B2 The security guard was holding a flashlight to patrol the premises.
C1 The surgeon was holding a scalpel during the delicate operation.
C2 The conductor was holding a baton to lead the orchestra.
formal The lawyer was seen holding a stack of legal documents.
informal I was holding the door open for you.
slang She was holding onto her phone for dear life.
figurative He was holding onto hope despite the difficult situation.
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