Retenant (en. Holding back)

/ʁə.tə.nɑ̃/

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A term used to refer to a person who keeps many secrets.
He is a real keeper, he never reveals anything.
C'est un vrai retenant, il ne dévoile jamais rien.
Refers to a person who is very protective or jealous.
She is too much of a keeper with her friends; she doesn't like to share them.
Elle est trop retenante avec ses amis, elle n'aime pas les partager.