1. keep
verb. ['ˈkiːp'] keep in a certain state, position, or activity; e.g., "keep clean".
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Etymology
- keep (English)
- kepen (Middle English (1100-1500))
- cepan (Old English (ca. 450-1100))
2. open
verb. ['ˈoʊpən'] cause to open or to become open.
Etymology
- open (English)
- open (Old English (ca. 450-1100))
3. keep
verb. ['ˈkiːp'] retain possession of.
Etymology
- keep (English)
- kepen (Middle English (1100-1500))
- cepan (Old English (ca. 450-1100))
4. keep
verb. ['ˈkiːp'] continue a certain state, condition, or activity.
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Synonyms
Etymology
- keep (English)
- kepen (Middle English (1100-1500))
- cepan (Old English (ca. 450-1100))
5. open
verb. ['ˈoʊpən'] start to operate or function or cause to start operating or functioning.
Antonyms
Etymology
- open (English)
- open (Old English (ca. 450-1100))
6. keep
verb. ['ˈkiːp'] stop (someone or something) from doing something or being in a certain state.
Etymology
- keep (English)
- kepen (Middle English (1100-1500))
- cepan (Old English (ca. 450-1100))
7. open
adjective. ['ˈoʊpən'] affording unobstructed entrance and exit; not shut or closed.
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Etymology
- open (English)
- open (Old English (ca. 450-1100))
8. open
adjective. ['ˈoʊpən'] affording free passage or access.
Synonyms
Etymology
- open (English)
- open (Old English (ca. 450-1100))
9. open
adjective. ['ˈoʊpən'] with no protection or shield.
Antonyms
Synonyms
Etymology
- open (English)
- open (Old English (ca. 450-1100))