English to English
verb
- be the physical support of; carry the weight of
The beam holds up the roof.
He supported me with one hand while I balanced on the beam.
What's holding that mirror?.
source: WordNet 3.0
- hold up something as an example; hold up one's achievements for admiration
source: WordNet 3.0
- cause to be slowed down or delayed
Traffic was delayed by the bad weather.
She delayed the work that she didn't want to perform.
source: WordNet 3.0
- rob at gunpoint or by means of some other threat
source: WordNet 3.0
- continue to live through hardship or adversity
We went without water and food for 3 days.
These superstitions survive in the backwaters of America.
The race car driver lived through several very serious accidents.
How long can a person last without food and water?.
source: WordNet 3.0
- resist or confront with resistance
The politician defied public opinion.
The new material withstands even the greatest wear and tear.
The bridge held.
source: WordNet 3.0
- resist or withstand wear, criticism, etc.
Her shoes won't hold up.
This theory won't hold water.
source: WordNet 3.0
