hang on

verb8

1. •
   To hold, grasp, or grip.

   • Hang on to the handle so you don't drop it.
2. •
   (figurative) To wait a moment.

   • Hang on. Let me check.
3. •
   (figurative) To keep; to store something for someone.

   • Hang on to my jacket until I get back.
4. •
   (figurative) To continually believe in something; to have faith in.

   • He's got a philosophy he hangs on to.
5. •
   (figurative) To pay close attention to, or regard with (possibly obsequious) admiration.

   • The audience hangs on his every word.
6. •
   (figurative) To persevere.

   • Just hang on and keep going; this pain won't last forever.
7. •
   (figurative) To depend upon.

   • Everything hangs on whether the boss agrees.
8. •
   (figurative) To weigh down or oppress.