| keel |
a structural part extending lengthwise down the bottom center of the hull of a boat or ship, important for stability in water. [4 definitions] |
| keelhaul |
to punish (someone) by submerging and dragging under the bottom of a vessel and up the other side. [2 definitions] |
| keelless |
combined form of keel. |
| keel over |
to faint or fall over suddenly. |
| keelson |
a timber or girder in the hull of a ship, fastened above and parallel to the keel to add structural strength. |
| keen1 |
extremely sharp; able to cut readily and finely. [4 definitions] |
| keen2 |
a loud, mournful wailing for the dead. [2 definitions] |
| keep |
to hold or retain possession of. [14 definitions] |
| keep an eye on |
to watch or tend with care. |
| keep an eye out |
to be watchful or closely attentive. |
| keep a secret |
to refrain from revealing a secret. |
| keep a stiff upper lip |
to face with courage such difficulties as sorrow, disappointment, or pain. |
| keep at |
continue one's persistence with (some activity). |
| keeper |
one that keeps. [5 definitions] |
| keep good time |
of a clock or watch, to operate well and accurately show the time. [2 definitions] |
| keep house |
to clean, cook, and take care of other typical household tasks. |
| keeping |
logical or appropriate conformity. [3 definitions] |
| keep in mind |
to hold (something) in one's memory and not forget it; remember. |
| keep in touch |
to remain in contact; keep up communication (often fol. by "with"). |
| keep on |
to continue to do something, esp. when stopping might be expected or desired. [2 definitions] |
| keep one's balance |
to stay upright. |