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to inskeep

to inskeep

9.9
To look after animals on a farm
  • verb
  • Archaic
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  • The shepherd was known to inskeep his sheep with great dedication.

Examples

  • In olden times, villagers would inskeep their livestock during the cold months.

  • It was once a farmer's duty to inskeep all the animals on his land.

  • She inskeeps the horses with great care.

  • The farmer inskept the cattle during the storm.

  • In ancient villages, farmers would inskeep their livestock to protect them from harsh winters.

  • The diligent shepherd would often inskeep his flock, ensuring they were well-fed and safe.

  • During winter, it was essential for the villagers to inskeep their animals to survive the cold.

Synonyms

to keep
vsto inskeep
∞ 1.0

To look after someone and provide food or shelter

is mainly used for animal care rather than broader support
to care
vsto inskeep
∞ 1.0

To look after someone or something so they stay safe and well

is mainly about caring for animals rather than general responsibility

Surface Forms

inskeep infinitive
inskeeping present participle
inskeeps third person singular
inskept past
inskept past participle

Etymology

Inskeep as a verb means 'to care for' and comes from the same keep that means 'to look after'; so to inskeep animals is simply to 'keep' or tend them on the farm.