keeping
nounUK /ˈkiːpɪŋ/
US /ˈkiːpɪŋ/
The act of holding or taking care of something.
The keeping of pets requires love and time.
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OTHER MEANINGS
2. Agreement with a rule or promise.
She was praised for keeping her word.
3. Food or supplies that are stored.
The keeping of grain in the barn lasted all winter.
4. Being in harmony or agreement with something.
His actions were in keeping with his beliefs.