Hold somebody’s hand
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To physically guide or support someone by holding their hand.
The mother held her child's hand while crossing the street.
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To help, support or guide someone closely, often in learning how to do something.
My boss had to hold my hand for the first few weeks until I understood my job responsibilities.
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To be in an intimate or romantic relationship with someone.
They were holding hands in the park, clearly in love.
Usage tips
Approving
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To physically guide or support someone by holding their hand.
The mother held her child's hand while crossing the street.
phrase
To help, support or guide someone closely, often in learning how to do something.
My boss had to hold my hand for the first few weeks until I understood my job responsibilities.
phrase
To be in an intimate or romantic relationship with someone.
They were holding hands in the park, clearly in love.
Usage tips
Approving
Definition 1 of 3
Pro Tip 1/2Literal Support
Used when someone is physically supporting another by holding hands, often for safety or guidance.
She held the elderly man's hand to help him step off the bus.
Pro Tip 2/2Children's Safety
Commonly used with young children or when teaching someone to navigate danger.
Hold my hand while we walk through the busy market.
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