What ''hold'' denotes here?

[kenny4528]

We hold it no less imprudent than unjust to make war on other nations in order to open their market.

Hi,

I guess hold here means regard or consider, and it represents the latter clause ''to make war on other nations in order to open their market''. Am I right?

Thanks for help.

 

[Dimcl]

Hi,

I guess hold here means regard or consider, and it represents the latter clause ''to make war on other nations in order to open their market''. Am I right?

Thanks for help.

Yes, you're right, Kenny. "Hold" can also mean "believe/deem/think", etc.

 

[kenny4528]

Yes, you're right, Kenny. "Hold" can also mean "believe/deem/think", etc.

Thanks. It is clear.