держа́ться — meaning in English

English meaning

• brace noun A device or support that holds something firmly in place or steadies it.
• keep verb To hold on to something or continue having it, rather than giving it up or losing it.

Senses

держа́ться is used for these senses in English:

• brace (transitive, intransitive) To prepare for something bad, such as an impact or blow.
• hang on To persevere.
• hold on To grasp or grip firmly.
• keep (transitive) To observe; to adhere to; to fulfill; to not swerve from or violate.
• stick it out (informal) To persist or continue to the end.

brace — full definition

1. noun A device or support that holds something firmly in place or steadies it.
2. noun A pair of something, especially game birds or similar items.
3. verb To prepare oneself for something difficult or unpleasant, such as an impact or shock.

keep — full definition

1. verb To hold on to something or continue having it, rather than giving it up or losing it.
2. verb To continue doing something, or to stay in a particular state.
3. verb To look after, guard, or support someone or something.
4. verb To honour or fulfil a promise, rule, or appointment.
5. noun The central, most heavily fortified tower of a castle.

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