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maintain

🇬🇧 UK/meɪn'teɪn/🇺🇸 US/mein'tein/
NGSL 1kIELTSTOEFLB1

Definitions

v.

To keep up or preserve in a certain state; to declare as true; to keep in good condition.

维持;保持;维修;主张

🧩 Root Breakdown

Root-derived
mainprefix
+
tainhold, keep
=maintain

Example Sentences

  • 1.

    Regular exercise helps maintain good health.

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