keeper

Definition

  • noun: a person whose job is to guard or take care of something or someone
  • noun: one that 'keeps'
  • synonyms: guardian, custodian, preserver

Examples

  • “…am I my brother's 'keeper'?” <aq>Genesis 4:9 (KJV)</aq>

  • Hold on to that boyfriend of yours—he's a 'keeper'!

  • The quarterback gained five yards on a 'keeper'.

Movie clips

Movie quotes

  • (..) Well, request granted! -But, Lotso... -Hush now, Kenneth. This toy's shown initiative, leadership. Why, l'd say we've found ourselves a keeper. Hear that, everyone? We got a keeper! We're calling you up to the big leagues, son. From now on, you'll have anything you want. (..)
    2010 Toy Story 3
  • (..) But that space guy, he could be useful. He ain't the sharpest knife in the place where they keep the knives. Neither are you, Chunk. You got a little keeper yourself, didn't you, Ken? Hey, lay off, Twitch. Barbie's different. Aw, Mr. Softy over here. What do you expect from a girl's toy? (..)
    2010 Toy Story 3