hang on

verb hangs on · hanging on · hung on

1. figuratively, idiomatic, imperative To wait a moment. Hang on. Let me check.
2. figuratively, idiomatic To hold, grasp, or grip. Hang on to the handle so you don't drop it.
3. figuratively, idiomatic To keep; to store something for someone. Hang on to my jacket until I get back.
4. figuratively, idiomatic To pay close attention to, or regard with (possibly obsequious) admiration. The audience hangs on his every word.
5. figuratively, idiomatic To continually believe in something; to have faith in. He's got a philosophy he hangs on to.
6. figuratively, idiomatic To persevere. Just hang on and keep going; this pain won't last forever.
7. figuratively, idiomatic To depend upon. Everything hangs on whether the boss agrees.
8. figuratively, idiomatic To weigh down or oppress.
9. figuratively, idiomatic Used other than figuratively or idiomatically: see hang, on.