This is the 218th most frequent Danish word.
hold
The Danish word "hold" can mean "team," "group," or "to hold" depending on context.
Here, 'holde fast' (derived from 'hold') means 'to stick to or persist with something'.
Jeg synes, du skal holde fast i dine principper.
I think you should stick to your principles.
In this context, 'hold' acts as a noun meaning 'a team or group'.
Mit hold vandt kampen i går.
My team won the match yesterday.
Here, 'hold' is used as a verb meaning 'to hold or grip'.