keeping
|keep-ing|
B2
/ˈkiːpɪŋ/
(keep)
retain possession
Etymology
Etymology Information
'keeping' originates from Old English, specifically the word 'cēpan,' where 'cēpan' meant 'to seize or hold.'
Historical Evolution
'cēpan' transformed into the Middle English word 'kepen,' and eventually became the modern English word 'keep.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to seize or hold,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'maintaining or retaining something.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the act of holding or retaining something.
The keeping of records is essential for the company.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:40