Taking Hold — synonyms, definition

1. taking hold (Noun)

grasping prehension seizing

taking hold (Noun) — The act of gripping something firmly with the hands (or the tentacles).

control clasp clench clutch clutches grasp grip hold

2. taking hold (Verb)

holding taking charge taking control

taking hold (Verb) — Assume control.

taking hold (Verb) — Have or keep in one's hands or grip. ex. "A crazy idea took hold of him"

heading leading clinching clinging to clutching cradling grasping holding close holding on holding tight interlacing interlocking locking moving in on trapping