キープ
キープ, キップkiipu
suru verb · transitive · noun
- to keep (e.g. the lead)
- to maintain (a standard, situation, etc.)
- to put aside (for someone)
- to save (e.g. a seat)
- to keep (the ball; in soccer, rugby, etc.)
- to retain possession
- to hold service (in tennis)
- person one is dating while hoping for someone better