handhold

hand·hold

noun \ˈhand-ˌhōld\

Definition of HANDHOLD

1

: hold, grip

2

: something to hold on to (as in mountain climbing)

Examples of HANDHOLD

1. <she tried to maintain her tight handhold on the umbrella as the wind picked up>

First Known Use of HANDHOLD

1643

Related to HANDHOLD

Synonyms: clasp, clench, grapple, grasp, grip, handgrip, hold

Related Words: anchorage, leverage, purchase; grab, seizure; foothold, footing, toehold; clinch, embrace, hug

Near Antonyms: release, relinquishment

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Rhymes with HANDHOLD

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