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    Gardés (en. Kept)

    /ɡaʁ.de/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    adjective
    Which has been preserved.
    The documents kept in the archive are valuable.
    Les documents gardés dans l'archive sont précieux.
    Which is under protection or surveillance.
    The family's well-kept secrets are rarely revealed.
    Les secrets bien gardés de la famille sont rarement révélés.

    Etymology

    The word 'gardés' comes from the verb 'garder', which means to protect or preserve.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    well-kept secrets
    Information or details that are carefully safeguarded.
    secrets bien gardés
    custody
    Temporary detention of an individual by the police.
    gardé à vue
    protected by the law
    Under the protection or regulation of the law.
    gardé par la loi

    Related Words

    guard
    Act of protecting or keeping something.
    garde
    safety barrier
    Security device that prevents accidents.
    garde-fou
    wardrobe
    A person's collection of clothing and accessories.
    garde-robe

    Slang Meanings

    A well-kept secret that is actually known by everyone.
    It’s a kept secret that everyone knows here.
    C’est un gardé que tout le monde connaît ici.
    A protected or monitored situation.
    He always thinks he's safe in his little protected corner.
    Il se croit toujours en sécurité dans son petit coin gardé.