English dictionary

holding

/'h/oU/ld/I//N/

Definitions, examples, synonyms and antonyms from WordNet 3.0.

noun

the act of retaining something

noun.act

Synonyms keeping retention

Source: WordNet 3.0
something owned; any tangible or intangible possession that is owned by someone

noun.possession

Synonyms belongings property

Source: WordNet 3.0
The act or state of sustaining, grasping, or retaining.

noun

Source: webster1913