キープ

suru verbキープ · kiipu

1. Englishto keep (e.g. the lead); to maintain (a standard, situation, etc.)

   • ＯＥＣＤの調査で北欧諸国が税率において世界の上位をキープした。In the OECD survey, northern European countries are keeping their high ranking in tax-rates.

2. Englishto put aside (for someone); to save (e.g. a seat)

   • この店は、ボトルをキープできるんですか。Can I reserve a bottle and have you keep it here for me?

3. Englishto keep (the ball; in soccer, rugby, etc.); to retain possession

4. Englishto hold service (in tennis)

5. Englishperson one is dating while hoping for someone better

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