keep around
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Meaning · English
to keep something near one.
Where it’s used:
Used
American English
Examples
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Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “keep around” mean?
to keep something near one.
Is “keep around” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.