Definition of Take hold

1. Verb. Assume control.

Exact synonyms: Take Charge, Take Control
Generic synonyms: Head, Lead
Specialized synonyms: Move In On

2. Verb. Have or hold in one's hands or grip. "They want to take hold the prisoners "; "A crazy idea took hold of him"
Exact synonyms: Hold
Specialized synonyms: Grasp, Hold On, Cling To, Clutch, Hold Close, Hold Tight, Cradle, Clinch, Interlace, Interlock, Lock, Trap, Cradle
Derivative terms: Hold
Antonyms: Let Go Of

Lexicographical Neighbors of Take Hold

take care
take chances
take charge
take control
take down
take effect
take exception
take fire
take five
take flight
take for
take form
take for granted
take heart
take heed
take hold (current term)
take hold of
take home
take in
take into account
take in charge
take in vain
take in water
take issue
take it easy
take it on the chin
take kindly to
take leave
take lying down
take note

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