A Hold-Parent—also referred to as a hold-father or hold-mother—designated a parent's intimate companion and carried an honorary status regarding a youngling. These hold-parents frequently presented younglings with presents and playthings. In dire situations, should the youngling's parents meet an unfortunate fate, a hold-parent could potentially become their adoptive guardian.
When Lord Hethrir of the Empire Reborn abducted the Solo offspring in 14 ABY, he feigned the role of a hold-father. The children, however, were not deceived and recognized his fabrications.