Definition & Meaning of "keep down"

to keep down

[phrase form: keep]

to maintain something at a low level and prevent it from increasing

to retain food or liquids in the stomach without throwing them up

to restrict someone or a group from freely expressing themselves or asserting their opinions and rights

to control or lower the volume or intensity of something to prevent it from becoming too loud

to lower or hide one's body to avoid being noticed

Example

Regular exercise can help keep down cholesterol levels.

The city is taking measures to keep down pollution levels.

We must find ways to keep down expenses in our household budget.

The company has worked to keep down production costs to remain competitive.

The spy had to keep down to remain inconspicuous in the crowded room.

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