handholder noun2 •One who holds hands (with someone else).We were never handholders. We were always withdrawn and alone, unlike Italians, Poles, Jews, and other friends I had who were fresh and spontaneous in their affection. — 1952 •Someone or something that provides reassurance and/or assistance for doing something difficult.In the meantime, Bouchard will continue to play his role as handholder and benefactor to his province and peacemaker for the country. — 1991 formshandholders
