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Definition hold up in American English

hold up phrasal verb

phrasal verb
1

to hold something in a high position, so that it can be seen

Example

She held up her hand for silence.

Synonyms and related words
show display produce
2

to support someone or something so that they do not fall down

Example

Her legs were almost too shaky to hold her up.

Synonyms and related words
catch prop up hold up
3

to cause a delay for someone or something, or to make them late

Example

Sorry I'm late, but my flight was held up.

Example

She got held up at work.

Synonyms and related words
delay set back hold up
4

to steal from a person, business, or vehicle by threatening them with a gun or other weapon

Example

An armed robber held up the bank last week.

Synonyms and related words
steal walk off with rob
Example

There were fears that her ankle might not hold up for the competition.

Example

Prices had held up well until late 1997.

Synonyms and related words
maintain withstand stabilize
Definition hold up in American English