Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
hold-it
Phrase
/hoʊld ɪt/
Definition
A colloquial expression used to instruct someone to pause or not proceed with their current action.
Examples
- “Hold it! I need to finish what I was saying before you jump in.”
- “Please hold it until everyone is ready to go.”
Meaning
To stop what you are doing or to wait momentarily; often used in conversation to ask for attention or to delay an action.
Synonyms
- Wait a moment
- Hold on
- Pause
