hold over UK /ˌhəʊld ˈəʊ̯.və/US /ˌhoʊld ˈoʊ̯.vɚ/ verb4 •To save, delay.We will have to hold over these files until tomorrow. •(Of a resource) To support or sustain someone for a limited period.These crisps should hold me over until supper. •To be in a position to harm (someone); to have damaging information on (someone).He's holding those allegations over my head. •To remain in office, possession, residency etc., beyond a certain date.We should hold over this report until the new department lead comes in. formsheld over · holding over · holds over