Meaning of the word keeper in English

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

keeper

US /ˈkiː.pɚ/
UK /ˈkiː.pər/

Noun

1.

a person who looks after or takes care of something or someone

Example:
The zoo keeper feeds the animals every morning.
She's the keeper of the family secrets.
2.

a person who guards the goal in sports such as soccer or hockey

Example:
The soccer keeper made an amazing save.
The hockey keeper blocked every shot.