Tennyson.
7. (Mus.) A character [thus &?;] placed over or under a note or rest,
and indicating that it is to be prolonged; -- called also pause, and
corona.
Hold"back` (?), n. 1. Check; hindrance; restraint; obstacle.
The only holdback is the affection . . . that we bear to our
wealth.
Hammond.
2. The projection or loop on the thill of a vehicle. to which a strap
of the harness is attached, to hold back a carriage when going down
hill, or in backing; also, the strap or part of the harness so used.
Hold"er, (&?;) n. One who is employed in the hold of a vessel.
Hold"er, n. 1. One who, or that which, holds.