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Definition ahold in American English

ahold adverb

adverb
/əˈhoʊld/
1

to obtain or buy something after trying to get it for a long time

Example

I finally managed to get ahold of a copy of that book you were looking for.

Synonyms and related words
buy get purchase get come by accept
2

to take something firmly in your hand and hold it tightly there

Example

Grab ahold of the rope!

Synonyms and related words
hold on carry hang on
Definition ahold in American English