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UPKEEP

(noun, verb)

Definitions

There are 3 meanings of the word Upkeep.

Upkeep - as a noun

Activity involved in maintaining something in good working order

Example: "He wrote the manual on car care"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
caremaintenance
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
fixfixingfixturemendmendingrepairreparation
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

The act of sustaining life by food or providing a means of subsistence

Example: "They were in want of sustenance"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
maintenancesustainmentsustenancesustentation

Upkeep - as a verb

To maintain (something) or keep it in good repair.

Example: "Do you know how to upkeep a boat?"

Example Sentences

"Regular upkeep of the garden is necessary for its maintenance."
"She does all the housekeeping and upkeep of the hotel."
"The cost of the upkeep for the new car is quite reasonable."
"They were unable to afford the upkeep of the large estate."
"The government should allocate funds for the upkeep of public infrastructure."
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Word Game Points

Is UPKEEP a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, upkeep is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

UPKEEP has a SCRABBLE points total of 14.

Is UPKEEP a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, upkeep is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
UPKEEP has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 17.

Is UPKEEP a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, upkeep is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
UPKEEP has a WORDFEUD points total of 17.

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