English Explanatory Dictionary

keep it in the family

English dictionary entry

Meanings

verb
  1. To restrict knowledge or information to only the members of a family or another small, intimate group.
  2. To remain loyal to one's family; to retain family ownership of a business for long period of time.

Word forms

keep it in the family keeps it in the family keeping it in the family kept it in the family

Synonyms

keep one's own counsel keep one's mouth shut STFU

Related words

family business family office closely held close to the vest on the down-low
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