hang on

Meaning

  1. (figuratively, idiomatic, imperative) To wait a moment.
  2. (figuratively, idiomatic) To hold, grasp, or grip.
  3. (figuratively, idiomatic) To keep; to store something for someone.
  4. (figuratively, idiomatic) To pay close attention to, or regard with (possibly obsequious) admiration.
  5. (figuratively, idiomatic) To continually believe in something; to have faith in.
  6. (figuratively, idiomatic) To persevere.
  7. (figuratively, idiomatic) To depend upon.
  8. (figuratively, idiomatic) To weigh down or oppress.
  9. (figuratively, idiomatic) Used other than figuratively or idiomatically: see hang, on.

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