Holds

/hoʊldz/

Definitions

  1. (v.) Third-person singular present tense of hold.
    The court holds that the defendant was negligent.

Forms

  • hold
  • held
  • holding

Commentary

"Holds" is not independently defined but serves as the verb form of "hold" in legal usage, frequently used in judicial opinions for expressing decisions or interpretations.

This glossary is for general informational and educational purposes only. Definitions are jurisdiction-agnostic but reflect terminology and concepts primarily drawn from English and American legal traditions. Nothing herein constitutes legal advice or creates a lawyer-client relationship. Users should consult qualified counsel for advice on specific matters or jurisdictions.

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