Underhold
Definition & Meaning
Part of speech verb
Quick meaning: Underhold is a verb meaning To support or uphold, especially from beneath; sustain.
Meaning
To support or uphold, especially from beneath; sustain.
More Meanings
- (music) To hold a note for a shorter duration than required.
- To hold (an infant or child) for less time than needed.
- (wrestling) An unfair seizing of an opponent under the arms.
- (gymnastics) An underhand grip, especially while hanging from a bar.
Word Forms
- underholds
- underholding
- underheld
- underholden
Synonyms for underhold
Depending on context, synonyms include undergrip.
Antonyms for underhold
Common opposites include overhold.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include sustain, uphold, uphand, hold up, maintain, bear.
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