seize hold of
Definition of seize hold of
: to forcefully take and hold (someone or something) with the hand or arms She seized hold of my hand.
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seizeplay
: to vest ownership of a freehold estate in
: to put in possession of something
: to take possession of : confiscate
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holdplay
: to have possession or ownership of or have at one's disposal
: to have as a privilege or position of responsibility
: to have as a mark of distinction
: stronghold
: confinement, custody
: prison
: the interior of a ship below decks
: the cargo deck of a ship
: the cargo compartment of a plane
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