Meaning of the word "keep to oneself" in English

What does "keep to oneself" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

keep to oneself

US /kiːp tuː wʌnˈsɛlf/
UK /kiːp tuː wʌnˈsɛlf/
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Idiom

to avoid meeting or talking to other people; to be solitary

Example:
He's a very quiet person who mostly keeps to himself.
The neighbors were friendly but tended to keep to themselves.