To maintain throughout; to keep intact.
To save from decay by the use of some preservative substance, such as sugar or salt; to season and prepare (fruits, meat, etc.) for storage.
To protect; to keep from harm or injury.
An activity with restricted access.
A sweet spread made of any of a variety of fruits.
A reservation, a nature preserve.
To keep in possession or use.
To employ by paying a retainer.
To hold back (a pupil) instead of allowing them to advance to the next class or year.
To keep in one's pay or service.
To hold secure.