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

Word History and Origins

Origin of keeping¹

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

Synonym Study

See custody.

Example Sentences

The new measures came into force in July as part of the Online Safety Act, meaning online and social media companies are now legally responsible for keeping children and young people safe online.

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The Bivens Act would change that, while still keeping qualified immunity as a defense.

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"He is young, excited and he is keeping his emotions in check."

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Tuchel, big on loyalty and reward for performances, resisted the temptation to instantly restore Bellingham to the side, keeping faith with Rogers after his impressive work in his absence.

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Those are the kind of circumstances that disincentivize additional lucrative, long-term deals; especially for a Dodgers franchise that remains focused on keeping its championship window open as long as possible.

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