Kilo Lingo

/meɪnˈteɪn/

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Translation

To keep something in good condition, or to make something continue as it is.

Word origin

From Old French maintenir, from Latin manu tenere, meaning to hold in the hand.

Origin
Latin
Root
manu tenere
English cognates
maintenance

Grammar

Verb typeregular (maintain, maintains, maintained)

Examples

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Here it means to keep it in good condition.

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"Maintain" means to keep something at the same level.

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Here it means to make something continue.

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This word is part of lesson 56.