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2. keep
verb. ['ˈkiːp'] keep in a certain state, position, or activity; e.g., "keep clean".
Synonyms
Etymology
- keep (English)
- kepen (Middle English (1100-1500))
- cepan (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.
Antonyms
Synonyms
Etymology
- keep (English)
- kepen (Middle English (1100-1500))
- cepan (Old English (ca. 450-1100))
5. 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))
6. keep
verb. ['ˈkiːp'] conform one's action or practice to.
Synonyms
Etymology
- keep (English)
- kepen (Middle English (1100-1500))
- cepan (Old English (ca. 450-1100))
7. keep
verb. ['ˈkiːp'] look after; be the keeper of; have charge of.
Etymology
- keep (English)
- kepen (Middle English (1100-1500))
- cepan (Old English (ca. 450-1100))
8. keep
verb. ['ˈkiːp'] stick to correctly or closely.
Synonyms
Etymology
- keep (English)
- kepen (Middle English (1100-1500))
- cepan (Old English (ca. 450-1100))
9. keep
verb. ['ˈkiːp'] supply with necessities and support.
Etymology
- keep (English)
- kepen (Middle English (1100-1500))
- cepan (Old English (ca. 450-1100))