Definitions

1. noun

a person or group that refuses to agree or cooperate

“The union members were a holdout in the negotiations, refusing to accept the company’s offer.”

2. noun

a person or team that continues to play or participate in a game, contest, or tournament beyond the point at which the majority have conceded defeat

“The underdog team was a holdout in the championship game, refusing to give up until the very end.”

3. verb

to refuse to agree or cooperate

“The company tried to negotiate with the holdout investor, but they refused to budge.”