keeper
Pronunciation: [ˈkiːpər]
Word
Context: “responsibility”
(noun) a person who takes care of something or someone. This could be a person keeping something safe or someone looking after a pet or a child.
Example
My uncle is the keeper of the family traditions and tells us stories about our past.
Example
He was not a good keeper of his promises and often let people down.
Example
Who is the keeper of the park where we play?
Context: “sports”
(noun) a player in a sport, especially soccer, who is responsible for guarding the goal. This person tries to stop the other team from scoring.
Example
The keeper made an amazing save and kept our team in the game.
Example
The keeper allowed too many goals, and we lost the match.
Example
Did the keeper catch that difficult shot on goal?
Context: “responsibility”
(verb) to hold on to something carefully or to take care of something. This means you make sure it is safe and in good condition.
Example
I will keeper my sister's secret until she tells everyone.
Example
He did not keeper the fragile vase, and it broke.
Example
Can you keeper the cat while I am away for the weekend?
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