hold on

verb

1. 1

   be persistent, refuse to stop

   he persisted to call me every night

   The child persisted and kept asking questions

2. 2

   stop and wait, as if awaiting further instructions or developments

   Hold on a moment!

3. 3

   hold the phone line open

   Please hang on while I get your folder

4. 4

   hold firmly

5. 5

   retain possession of

   Can I keep my old stuffed animals?

   She kept her maiden name after she married