持

supporter; adherent; proponent; backer

Noun or participle which takes the aux. verb suru; Intransitive verb

long-lasting; long-wearing; wears well

Esp. 長持

nagamochi; large oblong chest (for clothing, personal effects, etc.)

money in one's possession

stamina; tenacity

inherent flavor; inherent flavour; natural taste

distinctive characteristic (of a person, work, etc.); peculiar quality; special ability

protracted war; war of attrition

parenthood; parent or someone with children on the way (esp. an expecting mother)

(of a fish) containing roe (eggs)

owner; possessor

keeping well (of food); keeping for a long time

maintenance costs

approval rating

Colloquial

period (of life) when one is enjoying more romantic attention than usual

dowry

conduct; behavior; behaviour

being pregnant

remembering (and honoring) the teachings of Buddha

continuous; sustained; sustainable; durable; persistent

rich person; wealthy person

taking good care of things; keeping things for a long time and taking care of them

endurance; persistence

holding on to; sticking to

one's (own) house

prayer (to get rid of misfortune, disease, etc.); incantation; faith healing

Buddhism

adhisthana (blessing of a buddha or bodhisattva)

marathon training in physical education classes in Japanese schools

durability

feeling of fullness; ability of a food to fill you up