キープ /(vs,vt,n) (1) to keep (e.g. the lead)/to maintain (a standard, situation, etc.)/(vs,vt,n) (2) to put aside (for someone)/to save (e.g. a seat)/(vs,vt,n) (3) {sports} to keep (the ball; in soccer, rugby, etc.)/to retain possession/(vs,vt,n) (4) {sports} to hold service (in tennis)/(n) (5) (col) person one is dating while hoping for someone better/(P)/EntL1040870/