keep·ing

keep·ing
/ˈkiːpıŋ/ noun
in keeping with
1 a : agreeing with or sharing important qualities with (something)

The decorations in the house are in (perfect) keeping with her personality.

The book is in keeping with novels of the time. [=it is like novels written around that same time]

1 b : in a way that agrees with, obeys, or matches (something)

In keeping with the overall design of the park, the playground will remain small.

The new bus station offers wireless Internet access in keeping with the expectations of modern travelers.

in your keeping
◇ If someone or something is in your keeping, you are expected to protect or take care of that person or thing

What happened to the money that had been left in his keeping? [=(more commonly) in his care]

: not agreeing with or sharing important qualities with (something)

Her comments revealed a nervousness that seemed out of keeping with her calm appearance.

The modern décor was out of keeping with the church's architecture.


Useful english dictionary. 2012.

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