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Definition on hold in British English

on hold

phrase
1

if something is on hold, you have stopped it from happening now, but it may happen later

Example

After the accident her career had to be put on hold.

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2

waiting to speak to someone on the telephone, after your call has been answered

Example

They've put me on hold.

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Definition on hold in British English