uphaud

== Scots == === Alternative forms === up-haud === Etymology === Inherited from Middle Scots uphald, uphalde, from Northern Middle English uphalde, uphald (southern upholden); equivalent to up- +‎ haud. Doublet of uppel. === Pronunciation === (verb) IPA(key): /ʌpˈhɔd/, /ʌpˈhɑd/ (noun) IPA(key): /ˈʌpˌhɔd/, /ˈʌpˌhɑd/ === Verb === uphaud (third-person singular simple present uphauds, present participle uphaudin, simple past upheld, past participle uphauden) To maintain or service; to keep in good shape. To uphold, guarantee, or protect. To support or affirm (a contention) === Noun === uphaud (plural uphauds) A supporter or assistant.