Keep on

verb

Word Frequency: 3.7

Definitions

1.verbTo persist or continue.

"Keep on trucking!"

2.verbTo persist in talking about a subject to the annoyance of the listener.

"For goodness sake, will you stop keeping on about it!"

3.verbTo cause or allow to remain in an existing position.

"The new boss would like to keep on the present secretary."

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