to keep away
Pronunciation
/kˈiːp ɐwˈeɪ/

Definition & Meaning of "keep away"in English

to keep away
[phrase form: keep]
01

to prevent somebody or something from accessing a particular place or area

to keep away definition and meaning
Grammatical Information
Regular
Separable
Present tense
keeping away
Past simple
kept away
Past participle
kept away
Examples
The fence is meant to keep intruders away from the property.
02

to maintain a distance from someone or something, usually for safety reasons

Examples
She warned her children to keep away from the busy road.
Keep away
01

a game where one player or a team tries to keep possession of an object, such as a ball, while other players or teams attempt to take it away

Grammatical Information
Animacy status
Inanimate
Plural form
keep aways

What is "keep away"?

Keep away is a game where one player tries to prevent others from catching or touching a ball or object by keeping it away from them. The person with the ball moves around, passing or throwing it to avoid being tagged or having it taken. The other players try to steal the ball or tag the player holding it. The game is often played in teams, with the goal being to hold onto the ball for as long as possible. Keep away is a fun, active game that helps improve agility, coordination, and teamwork.

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