Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
hold-in
phrasal verb
/hoʊld ɪn/
Definition
To restrain or contain something within oneself.
Examples
- She had to hold in her laughter during the serious meeting.
- He found it difficult to hold in his excitement when he saw the surprise.
Meaning
To keep feelings, thoughts, or physical urges inside instead of expressing them outwardly.
Synonyms
- Contain
- Suppress
- Control
- Restrict
