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Commonheld
The correct spelling is held.
How to pronounce held
/ˈhɛld/
verbIPA: /ˈhɛld/
Say it like: Hel-d
The correct spelling is held. To grasp or grip. For example: "Hold the pencil like this."
Usage Examples
“Hold the pencil like this.”
“This package holds six bottles.”
“Elections will be held on the first Sunday of next month.”
Definition
verb
- 1.To grasp or grip.
- 2.To contain or store.
- 3.(heading) To maintain or keep to a position or state.
- 4.(heading) To maintain or keep to particular opinions, promises, actions.
- 5.To win one's own service game.
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