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| holding [ hṓlding ] (plural holdings) |
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1. leased land: a piece of land that is leased from somebody else, especially when used for agricultural purposes
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2. property: legally owned property, especially stocks or bonds
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often used in the plural
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3. sports holding or obstructing of opponent: in some sports such boxing, the illegal use of the arms to hold or obstruct an opponent
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4. psychology sense of security: the ability of a therapist or parent to make a client or child feel contained and secure during times of growth or change
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