keeper

B2
Pronunciation
/ˈkiːpə/
/ˈkiːpɚ/
Noun
8 definition(s)
1 Definition

One who keeps something.

Example Sentences
  • Finders keepers; losers weepers].
2 Definition

A person or thing worth keeping.

3 Definition

A person charged with guarding or caring for, storing, or maintaining something; a custodian, a guard; sometimes a gamekeeper.

4 Definition

The player charged with guarding a goal or wicket. Short form of goalkeeper, wicketkeeper.

5 Definition

A part of a mechanism that catches or retains another part, for example the part of a door lock that fits in the frame and receives the bolt.

6 Definition

An offensive play in which the quarterback runs toward the goal with the ball after it is snapped.

7 Definition

One who remains or keeps in a place or position.

8 Definition

A fruit or vegetable that keeps for some time without spoiling.