keep-apart rule
nounUK /ˌkiːp əˈpɑːt ruːl/
US /ˌkiːp əˈpɑːrt ruːl/
A rule that says two things must stay away from each other.
The keep-apart rule means the wet paint and the clean clothes must never touch.
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2. A safety instruction that keeps dangerous items away from people.
The keep-apart rule says cleaning chemicals must stay away from food.
3. A game rule that stops two players from being on the same team.
The keep-apart rule made the twins play on different sides.
4. A storage guideline that keeps certain things in separate places.
Follow the keep-apart rule and store raw meat away from vegetables.