To adhere or cling to (a person, party, principle, practice, etc.); to remain attached, devoted, or faithful to. (= adhere, v. 1 3.)

To attach oneself for support; to cling, hold fast, adhere. With arms, claws, mouth, etc.

intransitive. Usually with to. To hold steadfastly to a belief, practice, or method; to maintain or continue to observe a custom or tradition; to…