Complete Definition of "hang on"

English

Verb
hang on

  1. idiom To wait a minute (usually imperative).

#: Hang on. Let me check.

  1. To hold, grasp, or grip.

#: Hang on to the handle so you don't drop it.

  1. idiom To keep; to store something for someone

#: 'Hang on to my jacket until I get back.

  1. idiom To pay close attention.

#: The audience hangs on his every word.

Related terms
hold
hold on
hold up

fi:hang on

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