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Verb
- 1
embrace; brood; incubate
To put someone or something in one's bosom, or hug someone against one's chest.
Korean definition: 품속에 넣거나 가슴에 대어 안다.
The mother bird kept her eggs warm in the nest.
When my father held me warmly, I felt my parents' love.
- 2
keep; conceal
To put and keep something in one's bosom, so that others cannot see it.
Korean definition: 남에게 보이지 않도록 품속에 넣어 지니다.
Seunggyu usually carries his wallet tucked in the inside pocket of his suit.
For months, Assistant Manager Kim has been going to work with a resignation letter tucked close to his heart.
- 3
give off; show
To have a certain impression, etc.
Korean definition: 기운 등을 지니다.
The soldier had a sturdy look and gave off a strong spirit.
This play carries a sharpness that satirizes and criticizes a world gone wrong.
- 4
bear; carry; hold
To have a thought, feeling, etc., in one’s heart.
Korean definition: 생각이나 느낌 등을 마음속에 가지다.
Some students harbored discontent over the suddenly changed exam system.
I went to his house holding on to the hope that I might see him again.