keep

Definition

verb

to do what is necessary for something
Usage
to keep an appointment
to be there when you said you would be
to hold items for sale or for information
Usage
to keep someone's name on file
to have someone's name on a list for reference
to hold things at some level
Examplesto keep spending to a minimum • We must keep our mailing list up to date. • The price of oil has kept the pound at a high level. • Lack of demand for the product has kept prices down.
(Notekeeping - kept)