English Explanatory Dictionary

hold the line

English dictionary entry

Meanings

verb
  1. To firmly maintain one's viewpoint, principles, or situation; to refuse to change one's practices or plans.

Pronunciation

en-au-hold the line.ogg

Word forms

hold the line holds the line holding the line held the line

Etymology

Probably an allusion to a line of soldiers remaining steadfastly in position during combat.

Related words

stick to one's guns keep rank
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