hang_on | ||
1. | [ verb ] fix to; attach | |
Synonyms: | tack_on tag_on tack append | |
Examples: | "append a charm to the necklace" |
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Related terms: | attach subjoin appendage | |
2. | [ verb ] be persistent, refuse to stop | |
Synonyms: | persist hold_on hang_in persevere | |
Examples: | "he persisted to call me every night" "The child persisted and kept asking questions" |
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Related terms: | continue stick_to plug obstinate ask_for_it doggedness perseverance | |
3. | [ verb ] hold the phone line open | |
Synonyms: | hold_on hold_the_line | |
Examples: | "Please hang on while I get your folder" |
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Related terms: | expect telephone call | |
Similar spelling: |
hang_in Hannigan Hanson hangman hanging hangnail |