Definition of hang on from the Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary
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ˌhang ˈon
to hold something tightly
Hang on tight—we're off!
Synonyms
(informal) used to ask somebody to wait for a short time or to stop what they are doing
Hang on—I'm not quite ready.
Now hang on a minute—you can't really believe what you just said!
to wait for something to happen
I haven't heard if I've got the job yet—they've kept me hanging on for days.
(informal) used on the telephone to ask somebody who is calling to wait until they can talk to the person they want
Hang on—I'll just see if he's here.
to continue doing something in difficult circumstances
The team hung on for victory.
ˈhang on something
to depend on something