Definition of keep from
1
: to not do or experience (something)
- She found it hard to keep from laughing.
- It's difficult to keep from feeling worried about this situation.
- It was hard to keep from confusing the twins.
2
: to prevent or stop (someone or something) from doing or experiencing (something)
- She's been trying to keep herself from eating too much candy.
- An umbrella will keep you from getting wet.
- I don't want to keep you from (doing) your work.
3
: to not tell (something) to (someone)
- What information are you keeping from me?
- They think the government is keeping the truth from us.
