To Hang On
Meaning and usage of the word/phrase 'To Hang On'.
Meaning: To wait, stay
Usage: Please hang on a minute, I’ll search for him.
Sample Dialogue
A: Was the meeting with Mr. Barney fruitful?
B: Fine, but I had to hang on there for over two hours. That was the worst time
for me, just sitting and waiting.
A: Why? Was the meeting not arranged?
A: It was but he had to go somewhere urgently.