Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
hold someone's hand
Phrase
/hoʊld ˈsʌmwʌnz hænd/
Definition
To physically grasp or keep someone’s hand in yours, often as a gesture of support or comfort.
Examples
- During the movie, she held his hand tightly during the scary parts.
- When he was nervous about the speech, she offered to hold his hand for encouragement.
- As they walked through the crowd, he kept holding her hand to make sure she felt safe.
Meaning
The phrase can imply providing guidance, reassurance, or emotional support to someone during a challenging time.
Synonyms
- grasp someone’s hand
- take someone’s hand
- support someone
