držet — meaning in English

English meaning

• cling verb To hold on tightly to something so as not to fall or be separated.
• hold verb To grasp, carry, or support something with your hands or arms.
• wield verb To hold and use a tool or weapon skilfully.

Senses

držet is used for these senses in English:

• cling To hold very tightly, as to not fall off.
• hold (transitive) To impose restraint upon; to limit in motion or action; to bind legally or morally; to confine; to restrain.
• wield To handle with skill and ease, especially a weapon or tool.

cling — full definition

1. verb To hold on tightly to something so as not to fall or be separated.
2. verb To stick closely to a surface, especially of fabric or film.
3. verb To remain emotionally attached to a person, belief, or hope, often more than is healthy.

hold — full definition

1. verb To grasp, carry, or support something with your hands or arms.
2. verb To keep something in a particular state, position, or place, such as reserving it or making someone wait.
3. verb To remain true, valid, or in effect.
4. noun A grip or grasp on something.
5. noun The cargo storage area below a ship's deck.

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