take hold

/teɪk hoʊld/

Other forms: took hold; taking hold; taken hold; takes hold

Definitions of take hold

1. verb

   have or hold in one's hands or grip
   synonyms: hold

   types:

   grasp, hold on

   hold firmly

   cling to, clutch, hold close, hold tight

   hold firmly, usually with one's hands

   cradle

   hold gently and carefully

   clinch

   hold a boxing opponent with one or both arms so as to prevent punches

   interlace, interlock, lock

   hold in a locking position

   trap

   hold or catch as if in a trap

   cradle

   hold or place in or as if in a cradle

   latch on

   take hold of or attach to

   cling, hang

   hold on tightly or tenaciously

   clasp

   hold firmly and tightly

   cuddle, draw close, nest, nestle, nuzzle, snuggle

   move or arrange oneself in a comfortable and cozy position
2. verb

   assume control
   synonyms: take charge, take control

   types:

   move in on

   seize control of

   type of:

   head, lead

   be in charge of