Definition of Keep
Keep
keep
Definition/Meaning
(verb)
to have or retain in one's possession or power;
e.g. You have to keep your presence of mind in the midst of chaos.
(noun)
essentials for living, such as food, clothes, etc.;
e.g. She works three jobs to earn her keep as a college student.
(verb)
to maintain or preserve;
e.g. We have guards on campus who help keep us from harm.
(verb)
to save or refrain from giving or telling;
e.g. Can you keep a secret for me? You can't tell anyone.
(verb)
to maintain a course or direction;
e.g. I am keeping to the right lane because I have to make a right turn at the signal.
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