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noun \ ˈhōl(d)-ˌdau̇n \

Definition of hold-down

1 :something used to fasten an object in place

2 a :an act of holding down

b :limit

agreed to wage-rate hold-downs

First Known Use of hold-down

1888

hold down

verb

Definition of hold down

transitive verb

1 :to keep within limits

hold the noise down

2 :to assume or have responsibility for

holding down two jobs

Examples of hold down in a Sentence

efforts to hold down taxes keep running up against the legislature's ingrained unwillingness to cut spending

First Known Use of hold down

1533

hold down Synonyms

Synonyms

cap, circumscribe, confine, limit, restrict

Antonyms

exceed

Related Words

bar, block, hamper, hinder, impede, obstruct; constrict, contract, lessen, narrow, pinch, squeeze, tighten; quell, repress, suppress; number; modify, qualify

Near Antonyms

broaden, expand, widen; overextend, overreach

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