Hold up

Pronunciation: /ˈhoʊlˌdʌp/

Hold up (verb)

  1. To pause and wait for a short time, especially so someone can catch up or finish something.
  2. To cause a delay or stop something from happening on time.
  3. To remain strong or in good condition under pressure, weight, or difficult conditions.

Examples

  • Please hold up while I grab the keys.
  • The bus held up traffic for a few minutes.