holdingrule
nounUK /ˈhəʊldɪŋ ruːl/
US /ˈhoʊldɪŋ ruːl/
A holding rule is a rule that says you must keep something safe or keep it in one place.
The holding rule says we must keep the library books on the shelf until everyone has read them.
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2. A rule in a game that says a player must stay in a certain spot.
In our tag game, the holding rule means you must stand still if you get tagged.
3. A rule that keeps something in place until a decision is made.
The holding rule kept the new playground plan on hold until the town voted.
4. A rule about how long you can keep something you borrowed.
The holding rule for the toy box says you can keep a toy for one week.