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to keep out
[phrase form: keep]
01
to stop somebody or something from entering a specific area or place
Example
We need to keep the intruders out of the building by securing all entrances.
The locked gate helps keep out unwanted visitors of the backyard.
They built a tall fence to keep out unwanted visitors.
02
to stay outside a particular area or place
Example
Please keep out of the restricted area for your safety.
We need to keep out of the private property; it's not open to the public.
The security guard asked them to keep out, as the area was off-limits.