hang on meaning and definition

HANG ON verb

Definition of hang on (verb)

1. fix to; attach
   • "append a charm to the necklace"
   • synonyms: append, tack, tack on, tag on
2. be persistent, refuse to stop
   • "he persisted to call me every night"; "The child persisted and kept asking questions"
   • synonyms: hang in, hold on, persevere, persist
3. hold the phone line open
   • "Please hang on while I get your folder"
   • synonyms: hold on, hold the line