Definition

A person or thing that is kept or remains in a particular situation or place for a longer time than expected.

Example

The holdover from last year's team helped the new players adjust more quickly.

Conversation

Did you hear about the holdover from last season's show?

Yeah, I heard they’re bringing it back for a few more episodes.

I think it's great that they decided to keep that holdover around.

Absolutely! It was one of the highlights of the entire series.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Holdover → It is formed from "hold" (from Old English "haldan", meaning to keep or maintain) and "over" (meaning above or beyond). The word "holdover" refers to something that is kept or maintained beyond a certain time or period.

Memory Tip

Think of something that is 'kept' ('hold') 'beyond' a certain time ('over') — that's what a holdover means.

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