HOLDS
/həʊldz/
5 letters · 1 syllable · noun, verb
Definition of HOLDS
A grasp or grip.
"Keep a firm hold on the handlebars."
An act or instance of holding.
"Can I have a hold of the baby?"
A place where animals are held for safety
To grasp or grip.
"Hold the pencil like this."
To contain or store.
"This package holds six bottles."
(heading) To maintain or keep to a position or state.
The cargo area of a ship or aircraft (often holds or cargo hold).
"Put that in the hold."
Examples of HOLDS in a Sentence
- "Keep a firm hold on the handlebars."
- "Can I have a hold of the baby?"
- "Hold the pencil like this."
- "This package holds six bottles."
Word Details
Is HOLDS a Scrabble Word?
Yes, HOLDS is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: HOLDS uses 5 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for HOLDS
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | h | o | l | d | s | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 4 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 9 |
| WWF | 3 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 9 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in HOLDS
35 words from the letters in HOLDS
4-letter words
3-letter words
How to Use HOLDS in Word Games
HOLDS is worth 9 points in Scrabble and 9 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.
Mid-length strategy: At 5 letters, HOLDS is versatile enough for both open board positions and tighter plays. Aim to place high-value letters on premium squares.
Looking for more words from these letters? Unscramble HOLDS to find 35 additional valid words.