hold on

verb holds on · holding on · held on

1. To grasp or grip firmly. Hold on tightly to the railing.
2. idiomatic To keep; to store something for someone. Hold on to my umbrella while I ride the roller coaster.
3. idiomatic To retain an advantage. I'm holding on to my trump cards until I really need them.
4. idiomatic Wait a short while. Hold on while I get my coat.
5. idiomatic To remain loyal. He didn't give up his fandom when others did; he held on.
6. idiomatic To persist. This trade held on for many years.