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View synonyms for keeping

keeping

[ kee-ping ]

noun

  1. agreement or conformity in things or elements associated together:

    His actions are not in keeping with his words.

    Synonyms: harmony, congruity, consistency

  2. the act of a person or thing that keeps; observance, custody, or care.

    Synonyms: guardianship, charge, protection

  3. maintenance or keep.
  4. holding, reserving, or retaining.


keeping

/ ˈkiːpɪŋ /

noun

  1. conformity or harmony (esp in the phrases in or out of keeping )
  2. charge or care

    valuables in the keeping of a bank

“Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged” 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012
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Word History and Origins

Origin of keeping1

First recorded in 1250–1300, keeping is from the Middle English word keping. See keep, -ing 1
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Synonym Study

See custody.
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Example Sentences

Even prior to the pandemic, mall operators were having trouble keeping their properties occupied as shopping habits changed, Scardina said, so “it’s been terrific to bring in new concepts to these locations.”

There are additional limitations for the next two zones extending outward; many of them relate to trimming vegetation and keeping things such as propane barbecues and recreational vehicles at a distance.

A few had owned rental properties and decided keeping them was not worth the hassle.

In the past, Trump likely would have been concerned with keeping those people on board, but right now, he seems too enthralled with Musk to defy his beloved's wishes.

From Salon

Smith said keeping track of which games count and which ones don’t isn’t difficult.

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