What does on hold mean?

phr. If something is on hold, it is delayed until later.; Waiting to talk to someone on the phone.

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If something is on hold, it is delayed until later.

Our vacation plans are on hold because of the bad weather.

Waiting to talk to someone on the phone.

I was put on hold for ten minutes before I could speak to the manager.

If something is on hold, it is delayed until later.; Waiting to talk to someone on the phone.