Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
to-keep-house
phrase
/tə kiːp haʊs/
Definition
The act of managing a household, including maintenance, organization, and care of the home.
Examples
- After retiring, she decided to keep house and spend more time with her family.
- Learning how to keep house is essential for anyone moving out on their own.
- He takes pride in his ability to keep house efficiently while balancing work and life.
Meaning
To keep house refers to the responsibilities and duties associated with running a home, such as cleaning, cooking, and organizing household affairs.
Synonyms
- manage a household
- run a home
- care for the household
