Upkeep
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈʌpkip/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Upkeep is a noun meaning Maintenance; the act or effort of keeping something in good and working condition.
Meaning
Maintenance; the act or effort of keeping something in good and working condition.
More Meanings
- (transitive, British) To maintain (something) or keep it in good repair.
Example Sentences
Do you know how to upkeep a boat?
I would enjoy having a swimming pool, but I don't want to deal with the upkeep.
[…] it was unnecessary to fence off pasture from arable land, which saved a lot of labour on the upkeep of hedges and gates.
As for the city's buildings, it mostly resembled a town of white spires and cobblestone streets lined with flowerbeds that were upkept by magical means.
Word Forms
- upkeeps
- upkeeping
- upkept
Synonyms for upkeep
Depending on context, synonyms include sustenance, maintenance, sustainment, sustentation, care.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include maintenance, sustenance, sustainment, sustentation, care, maintained.
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