To abstain from; to avoid; to shun.
To reject with solemnity; to abandon forever; to repudiate; to disclaim.
To renounce upon oath; to forswear; to disavow.
To hold back (a pupil) instead of allowing them to advance to the next class or year.
To employ by paying a retainer.
To keep in one's pay or service.
To keep in possession or use.
To hold secure.