held-up
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B2
/hɛld ʌp/
(hold up)
delayed or obstructed
Etymology
Etymology Information
'held-up' originates from the phrase 'hold up', where 'hold' meant 'to keep' and 'up' indicated 'in a raised position'.
Historical Evolution
'hold up' transformed into 'held-up' as a past participle form, maintaining its meaning of being delayed or obstructed.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to keep something raised', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'being delayed or obstructed'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Verb 1
past tense or past participle form of 'hold up'.
The project was held-up by unforeseen circumstances.
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Adjective 1
delayed or obstructed.
The traffic was held-up due to an accident.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45