Safekeeping

B2 8+

Pronunciation: /seɪfˈkiːpɪŋ/

Definitions of safekeeping

noun the act of keeping something safe or the state of being kept safe

Example Sentences

A1 I keep my jewelry in a safekeeping box.

A2 The important documents are in safekeeping at the bank.

B1 The family heirlooms have been passed down for generations and are now in safekeeping with me.

B2 The museum displays priceless artifacts under strict safekeeping measures.

C1 The government entrusted the classified information to a secure safekeeping facility.

C2 The rare paintings are under constant surveillance for safekeeping purposes.

Examples of safekeeping in a Sentence

formal The valuable documents were placed in a secure safekeeping facility.

informal I'll keep your keys in safekeeping until you get back.

slang I'll hold onto this for safekeeping, don't worry.

figurative Her memories were locked away in the safekeeping of her heart.

Grammatical Forms of safekeeping

plural

safekeepings

present tense

safeguard

future tense

will safeguard

perfect tense

have safeguarded

continuous tense

is safeguarding

singular

safekeeping

positive degree

saferkeeping

infinitive

to safeguard

gerund

safeguarding

participle

safeguarded

Origin and Evolution of safekeeping

First Known Use: 1250 year
Language of Origin: Old English
Story behind the word: The word 'safekeeping' originated from the Old English word 'safecyping'.
Evolution of the word: Over time, 'safekeeping' has retained its original meaning of the act of keeping something safe or protected, without significant changes in its usage or connotation.