holds

verb
UK /həʊldz/
US /hoʊldz/

Keeps something in your hands or arms.

She holds her teddy bear tight.


OTHER MEANINGS

2. Has something inside, like a container.

This box holds all my toys.

3. Keeps something in place or stops it from moving.

The nail holds the picture on the wall.

4. Has a job or position.

My dad holds a job at the bank.