Spell Bee Word: hold

Basic Details

Word: Hold

Part of Speech: Verb

Meaning: To grasp or support something with your hands; to keep or retain something.

Synonyms: Grasp, grip, carry, possess

Antonyms: Release, let go, drop

Idioms and Phrases

1. Hold your horses: A phrase meaning to wait or be patient. Example: "Hold your horses! We'll leave as soon as everyone is ready."
2. Hold the fort: To take care of things in someone's absence. Example: "Can you hold the fort while I step out for a moment?"

Usage Examples

Example 1: Please hold the door open for the next person coming in.

Example 2: I need to hold my puppy tightly so he doesnt run away.

Example 3: She tried to hold onto her dreams, even when things got tough.

Fun Fact

The word "hold" comes from the Old English word "haldian," which means to keep or preserve. The use of "hold" has remained consistent throughout many centuries!

Famous Quote

"You must be the change you wish to see in the world." Mahatma Gandhi. This encourages us to hold onto our values and act upon them.

Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)

1. What does "hold" mean?

a) To let go
b) To grasp or support
c) To destroy
d) To ignore

Answer: b) To grasp or support

2. Which of these is a synonym of "hold"?

a) Release
b) Grasp
c) Drop
d) Ignore

Answer: b) Grasp

3. Which word is an antonym of "hold"?

a) Keep
b) Hold on
c) Let go
d) Carry

Answer: c) Let go

4. Which sentence uses "hold" correctly?

a) I will hold my homework to the classroom.
b) The girl decided to hold the puppy gently.
c) He wanted to hold the tree.
d) They decided to hold the sun in their hands.

Answer: b) The girl decided to hold the puppy gently.

5. Which idiom means to be patient?

a) Hold your horses
b) Hold the fort
c) Hold tight
d) Hold your breath

Answer: a) Hold your horses