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keep vs keep back

keep back vs keep

keep is a noun but keep back is not a noun.

keep and keep back both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
keep Yes No Yes No
keep back No No Yes No
As verbs, keep and keep back are synonyms defined as:
  • keep and keep back: prevent the action or expression of
Other synonyms of keep include hold back, restrain.
As verbs, keep back is a hyponym of keep; that is, keep back is a word with a more specific, narrower meaning than keep:
  • keep: retain possession of
  • keep back: secure and keep for possible future use or application
keep (noun) keep back (noun)
the main tower within the walls of a medieval castle or fortress
a cell in a jail or prison
the financial means whereby one lives
keep (verb) keep back (verb)
prevent (food) from rotting prevent the action or expression of
prevent the action or expression of hold back; refuse to hand over or share
stick to correctly or closely secure and keep for possible future use or application
maintain by writing regular records
supply with necessities and support
hold and prevent from leaving
retain possession of
look after; be the keeper of; have charge of
retain rights to
maintain for use and service
have as a supply
store or keep customarily
stop (someone or something) from doing something or being in a certain state
allow to remain in a place or position or maintain a property or feature
conform one's action or practice to
behave as expected during of holidays or rites
cause to continue in a certain state, position, or activity
supply with room and board
maintain in safety from injury, harm, or danger
fail to spoil or rot
continue a certain state, condition, or activity
to rear
Difference between keep and keep back

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