kept >> kiːp
Definition: [verb] have or retain possession of.
Example: return one copy to me, keeping the other for your files
Definition: [verb] cause to continue in a specified condition, position, course, etc.
Example: the guidance system keeps the machine on course
Definition: [verb] provide for the sustenance of (someone).
Example: he had to keep his large family in the manner he had chosen
Definition: [verb] honour or fulfil (a commitment or undertaking).
Example: I'll keep my promise, naturally
Definition: [verb] make written entries in (a diary) on a regular basis.
Example: the master kept a weekly journal