Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
keep-away
noun
/ˈkiːp əˈweɪ/
Definition
A game in which players try to prevent another player from getting the ball or an object.
Examples
- During recess, the kids played keep-away with a soccer ball.
- He tried to grab the toy from his sister, but she was good at keep-away.
- The dog loves playing keep-away with its favorite frisbee.
Meaning
Keep-away can refer to a playful, competitive activity where one or more players attempt to keep an object away from someone else, often used in various children’s games.
Synonyms
- tag
- chase
- catch
