KEEPSIES Meaning and
Definition
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Keepsies, also spelled keepsy or keepsy, is a colloquial term or slang used to refer to an agreement or practice where objects, personal belongings, or possessions are retained or kept by the winner of a game or contest. It is commonly used in informal settings, particularly among children or friends engaged in friendly competitions or games, although it can also extend to more serious or formal situations.
The term "keepsies" is derived from the word "keep," which means to retain possession or ownership of something. In the context of games or contests, it implies that the winner has the right to keep the items in question as a reward or prize. This agreement adds an element of excitement, competition, and stakes to the game, as participants become more invested in winning to hold onto their possessions or acquire new ones.
The practice of keepsies can be observed in various activities involving objects or collectibles, such as cards, marbles, toys, or even personal trinkets. Participants agree that the winner will keep the items, which are often contributed by all players before the game begins. Keepsies can create a sense of ownership, value, and attachment to the items involved, as they represent tangible symbols of victory or accomplishment.
While keepsies is predominantly used to describe informal agreements or friendly competitions, it can also be used metaphorically to describe situations where a person holds onto or keeps something they have obtained or acquired through skill, luck, or effort, regardless of the outcome of a specific contest.
Common Misspellings for KEEPSIES
- jeepsies
- meepsies
- leepsies
- oeepsies
- ieepsies
- kwepsies
- ksepsies
- kdepsies
- krepsies
- k4epsies
- k3epsies
- kewpsies
- kespsies
- kedpsies
- kerpsies
- ke4psies
- ke3psies
- keeosies
- keelsies
- kee-sies
Etymology of KEEPSIES
The word "keepsies" is primarily used in British English and it is derived from the term "keep" which means to retain or hold on to something. It is believed to have originated from the phrase "to play for keeps" which dates back to the late 19th century. Originally used in children's games, "play for keeps" referred to playing a game with real or serious consequences, where the winner would be allowed to keep the items or possessions involved. Eventually, the term "keepsies" emerged as a noun to specifically refer to the items or possessions that are at stake in the game. Over time, "keepsies" has become a slang term for objects that are valued and kept, or for any game or activity where there are high stakes involved.
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