safekeeping

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noun
R

When something is being kept in a secure place to prevent damage or loss.

I put my jewelry in the bank for safekeeping.

R

The duty of taking care of something valuable to make sure it is not lost or damaged.

The artwork is in the gallery's safekeeping.

translation

n. When something is being kept in a secure place to prevent damage or loss.; The duty of taking care of something valuable to make sure it is not lost or damaged.

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Plural safekeepings