👉 The term "overholds" is a noun that refers to something or someone that has control, dominion, or authority over another. It can also refer to something that possesses all or part of another's properties and duties. For example: 1. The government has the power to regulate the economy. 2. Her overholding influence on her family's business. In this context, "overholds" means having complete control or dominion over something or someone else.