What does hold the floor mean?
hold the floor
Definition
To retain one's speaking turn in a conversation so that one can finish a contribution before someone else speaks.
Example sentences
If I could just finish my point, I'll explain why the extra time matters.
If I could just finish my point, I'll explain why the extra time matters.
Hang on, let me finish this thought, then I'd like to hear what you think.
Hang on, let me finish this thought, then I'd like to hear what you think.