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Hold Over (Verb)

Meaning 1

Keep in a position or state from an earlier period of time.

Classification

Verbs of being, having, spatial relations.

Hypernyms

  • Maintain
  • Hold

Related Words

  • Holdover (noun)

Meaning 2

Hold over goods to be sold for the next season.

Classification

Verbs of buying, selling, owning.

Synonyms

  • Carry Over

Hypernyms

  • Keep

Meaning 3

Hold back to a later time; "let's postpone the exam".

Classification

Verbs of being, having, spatial relations.

Synonyms

  • Defer
  • Set Back
  • Put Off
  • Postpone
  • Table
  • Shelve
  • Remit
  • Prorogue
  • Put Over

Hypernyms

  • Delay

Hyponyms

  • Respite
  • Call
  • Probate
  • Hold
  • Reprieve
  • Suspend

Meaning 4

Intimidate somebody (with a threat); "She was holding it over him".

Classification

Verbs of feeling.

Meaning 5

Continue a term of office past the normal period of time.

Classification

Verbs of being, having, spatial relations.

Hypernyms

  • Stay On
  • Continue
  • Remain

Related Words

  • Holdover (noun)
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