hand–holding

noun hand–hold·ing \-ˌhōl-diŋ\

: patient attention, support, or instruction

Full Definition of HAND-HOLDING

: solicitous attention, support, or instruction (as in servicing clients)

— hand–hold·er \-ˌhōl-dər\ noun

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1967

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