keeper

• Nom désignant une personne qui garde, protège ou s'occupe de quelqu'un ou de quelque chose, comme un gardien de but ou un gardien de zoo.

A noun referring to a person who guards, protects, or takes care of something or someone, such as a goalkeeper or a zookeeper.

1. Person who guards or protectsA2formal

   A person who is responsible for guarding, protecting, or taking care of something or someone.

   gardien

   • The zookeeper feeds the animals every morning.
   • He works as a lighthouse keeper on the coast.
   • The goalkeeper made an incredible save during the match.

   Synonymesattendantcaretakercustodiandefenderguardguardianprotectorsentinelsentrystewardwardenwatchman

2. Something worth keepingB1informal

   An object, person, or thing that is considered valuable or worth holding onto.

   chose qui vaut la peine d'être gardée

   • That antique vase is a real keeper.
   • She's a great friend—definitely a keeper.
   • This recipe is a keeper; I'll make it again.

   Synonymescatchfindgemprizetreasure

   Antonymesdisposablethrowaway