hold-up
/ˈhəʊld ʌp/ · /ˈhoʊld ʌp/
CEFR level B2Topic TravelWord #5094 in the learning path
耽搁；延误
Definitions
n. A delay that prevents something from continuing as planned
耽搁；延误
n. A robbery involving threats with a weapon
持械抢劫
Example
A hold-up on the bridge made us miss lunch.
桥上的堵塞让我们错过了午饭。
Even a brief hold-up in the supply chain can significantly increase costs for small manufacturers.
供应链中即使出现短暂延误，也可能显著增加小型制造商的成本。
Collocations
- traffic hold-up
- a lengthy hold-up
- an armed hold-up
Synonyms
- delay
- robbery
Usage tip
名词有连字符；动词短语写作hold up。
FAQ
- What does hold-up mean?
- A delay that prevents something from continuing as planned A robbery involving threats with a weapon
- How is hold-up pronounced?
- UK /ˈhəʊld ʌp/, US /ˈhoʊld ʌp/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
