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keeping

/ˈkiːpɪŋ/

NOUN

1. Conformity or harmony with something

The state of being consistent, compatible, or in agreement with a particular standard, principle, custom, or expectation.

1.1. Being consistent with rules, standards, or expectations

Refers to the quality of matching or agreeing with established rules, principles, customs, or expectations, especially in the expression "in keeping with".

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  • The new building was designed in keeping with the traditional architecture of the village.
  • His behavior was not in keeping with the standards expected of a professional.
  • The ceremony was conducted in keeping with local customs.

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NOUN

2. Care, custody, or responsibility for something

The state of being entrusted with the care, protection, supervision, or safekeeping of someone or something.

2.1. Having responsibility for someone's care or protection

Refers to the responsibility of looking after, protecting, or supervising a person or possession entrusted to one's care.

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  • The valuable documents were placed in the keeping of the family lawyer.
  • She left her children in the keeping of their grandparents while she traveled.
  • The painting remained in his keeping for several decades.

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  • guardian
  • custodian
  • stewardship
  • supervision
  • safeguarding
  • oversight
  • duty

NOUN

3. The act of retaining or holding something

The act or process of keeping something in one's possession, maintaining it, or preventing it from being lost, removed, or discarded.

3.1. Retaining possession or control

Refers to holding onto something or continuing to possess, store, or maintain it rather than giving it away or letting it go.

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  • The keeping of accurate financial records is essential for the business.
  • The keeping of personal belongings in the locker is the owner's responsibility.
  • The museum specializes in the keeping and preservation of historical documents.

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VERB

4. Maintaining or continuing a state or condition

The act of preserving, maintaining, or continuing something in a particular state, condition, or manner.

4.1. Maintaining a particular condition

Refers to continuing to maintain something in a desired or existing condition, such as cleanliness, order, freshness, or stability.

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  • She is keeping the kitchen clean and organized.
  • The gardener is keeping the plants healthy throughout the summer.
  • They are keeping the equipment in good working condition.

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4.2. Continuing an activity or course of action

Refers to carrying on with an activity, practice, or course of action without stopping or interrupting it.

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  • He is keeping up with his studies despite his busy schedule.
  • The team is keeping the project moving forward.
  • She continued keeping a daily journal of her experiences.

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VERB

5. Observing or fulfilling rules and commitments

The act of following, respecting, or fulfilling rules, promises, obligations, customs, or established practices.

5.1. Following rules, customs, or traditions

Refers to observing established rules, regulations, customs, or practices and acting in accordance with them.

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  • They are keeping the rules of the competition.
  • The community is keeping its traditional customs alive.
  • She is keeping the regulations required by the organization.

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5.2. Fulfilling promises or obligations

Refers to doing what one has promised, agreed, or undertaken to do, thereby honoring a commitment or obligation.

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  • He is keeping his promise to help the neighbors.
  • The company is keeping its commitments to its employees.
  • She has always been careful about keeping her word.

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VERB

6. Taking care of or looking after someone or something

The act of providing care, attention, protection, or supervision to ensure someone's or something's well-being.

6.1. Providing care and attention

Refers to looking after a person, animal, or possession by providing the attention, protection, or assistance needed.

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  • She is keeping an eye on the children while their parents are away.
  • The volunteers are keeping the elderly residents company.
  • He spends his weekends keeping the family garden in good condition.

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