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Webster 1913 Edition
Holdback
Hold′backˊ
,Noun.
1.
Check; hindrance; restraint; obstacle.
The only
holdback
is the affection . . . that we bear to our wealth. Hammond.
2.
The projection or loop on the thill of a vehicle. to which a strap of the harness is attached, to hold back a carriage when going down hill, or in backing; also, the strap or part of the harness so used.
Webster 1828 Edition
Holdback
HOLDBACK
,Noun.