take hold

Found in Anh - Anh (Wordnet)

Definition Verb : To grasp or grip something physically : To have or hold something in one's hands or with one's grasp. To gain control or influence over someone or something : To begin to have a strong effect, influence, or control, often over a person's mind, a situation, or a place. Usage Examples Verb (Physical Grasp) : Please take hold of the rope so you don't slip. She took hold of the ch...