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Upkeep (Noun)

Meaning 1

Activity involved in maintaining something in good working order; "he wrote the manual on car care".

Classification

Nouns denoting acts or actions.

Examples

  • Regular upkeep on the office equipment saved the company from costly repairs in the long run.
  • She handled the upkeep of the mansion's garden, making sure every plant was healthy and thriving.
  • He believed that routine upkeep on his motorcycle was key to ensuring a smooth ride every time.
  • The museum spent a significant amount on upkeep for its priceless collection of antique furniture.
  • She did most of the upkeep around the house, leaving her partner free to focus on other projects.

Synonyms

  • Care
  • Maintenance

Hypernyms

  • Fix
  • Mending
  • Reparation
  • Fixture
  • Repair
  • Mend

Hyponyms

  • Camera Care
  • Inspection And Repair
  • Overhaul
  • Pump Priming
  • Scheduled Maintenance
  • Car Care
  • Steam Fitting

Meaning 2

The act of sustaining life by food or providing a means of subsistence; "they were in want of sustenance"; "fishing was their main sustainment".

Classification

Nouns denoting acts or actions.

Synonyms

  • Sustenance
  • Maintenance
  • Sustentation
  • Sustainment

Hypernyms

  • Support
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