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KEEPING

(noun, verb)

Definitions

There are 13 meanings of the word Keeping.

How to pronounce keeping:

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Keeping - as a noun

Conformity or harmony

Example: "His behavior was not in keeping with the occasion"

The responsibility of a guardian or keeper

Example: "He left his car in my keeping"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
guardianship19safekeeping21
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
duty8obligation13responsibility21
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

The act of retaining something

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
holding12retention9
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
ownership17possession12
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Keeping - as a verb

To continue in (a course or mode of action); not to intermit or fall from; to uphold or maintain.

Example: "To keep silence;  to keep one's word;  to keep possession"

(heading) to hold the status of something.

(heading) to hold or be held in a state.

To wait for, keep watch for.

To act as wicket-keeper.

Example: "Godfrey evans kept for england for many years."

To take care; to be solicitous; to watch.

To be in session; to take place.

Example: "School keeps today."

To observe; to adhere to; to fulfill; not to swerve from or violate.

(by extension) to visit (a place) often; to frequent.

To observe or celebrate (a holiday).

Example: "The feast of st. stephen is kept on december 26."

Example Sentences

"The keeping of secrets can sometimes lead to distrust."
"Regular exercise is essential for the keeping of good health."
"Effective keeping of records is crucial for any business."
"The keeping of traditions helps preserve cultural heritage."
"Her meticulous keeping of a budget allowed her to save money."
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Word Game Points

Is KEEPING a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, keeping is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

KEEPING has a SCRABBLE points total of 14.

Is KEEPING a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, keeping is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
KEEPING has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 17.

Is KEEPING a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, keeping is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
KEEPING has a WORDFEUD points total of 16.

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