n.
1.the act of grasping
2.understanding of the nature or meaning or quality or magnitude of something
3.power by which something or someone is affected or dominated
4.time during which some action is awaited
5.a state of being confined (usually for a short time)
6.a stronghold
7.a cell in a jail or prison
8.the appendage to an object that is designed to be held in order to use or move it
9.the space in a ship or aircraft for storing cargo hold v.
1.organize or be responsible for
2.keep in a certain state, position, or activity
3.have or hold in one's hands or grip
4.to close within bounds, limit or hold back from movement
5.have rightfully
6.have or possess, either in a concrete or an abstract sense
7.keep in mind or convey as a conviction or view
8.contain or hold
9.lessen the intensity of 10.remain in a certain state, position, or condition 11.maintain (a theory, thoughts, or feelings) 12.assert or affirm 13.remain committed to 14.secure and keep for possible future use or application 15.be the physical support of 16.hold the attention of 17.keep from exhaling or expelling 18.support or hold in a certain manner 19.have room for 20.be capable of holding or containing 21.be valid, applicable, or true 22.take and maintain control over, often by violent means 23.protect against a challenge or attack 24.declare to be 25.have as a major characteristic 26.cause to stop 27.bind by an obligation 28.cover as for protection against noise or smell 29.drink alcohol without showing ill effects 30.be pertinent or relevant or applicable 31.arrange for and reserve (something for someone else) in advance 32.resist or confront with resistance 33.keep from departing 34.stop dealing with 35.aim, point, or direct 36.be in accord
