holdup

holdup

noun

Definition of HOLDUP

an instance or period of being prevented from going about one's business <a holdup in construction due to the weather>

Synonyms detainment, detention, holdback, holding pattern, holdup, wait

Related Words deferment, deferral, postponement; reprieve, respite; foot-dragging, hesitation, lag, pause, setback, slowdown

Near Antonyms haste, rush; dispatch, promptitude, promptness