Definitions

1. noun

an act of robbery or a place where a robbery or other crime is taking place

“The police were called to the holdup at the bank.”

2. noun

a delay or interruption, especially of a scheduled event or activity

“The holdup on the highway caused us to be late for the wedding.”

3. verb

to rob or steal from someone, typically by force or intimidation

“The robbers held up the store and made off with thousands of dollars.”

4. verb

to delay or interrupt a scheduled event or activity

“The bad weather held up the construction project for several days.”

5. verb

to keep or maintain something, especially a physical position or posture

“Can you hold up this heavy box for me?”