holdfast
/ˈhoʊldfæst/
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Description
holdfast
root-like structure that anchors aquatic sessile organisms, such as seaweed
holdfast
woodworking tool for securing a work-piece to a bench
Holdfast
village in Saskatchewan, Canada
holdfast
methods used for securing artillery
Holdfast
village and civil parish in Worcestershire, United Kingdom
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