maintenances

main·te·nance

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Definitions of maintenances word

noun maintenances the act of maintaining: the maintenance of proper oral hygiene. 1
noun maintenances the state of being maintained: the maintenance of friendly relations with England. 1
noun maintenances care or upkeep, as of machinery or property: With proper maintenance the car will last for many years. 1
noun maintenances means of upkeep, support, or subsistence; livelihood: to provide a comfortable maintenance. 1
noun maintenances alimony or child support. 1
noun maintenances Law. an officious meddling in a suit in which the meddler has no interest, by assisting either party with means to prosecute or defend it. 1

before 1275

One of the 13% oldest English words

1275-1325; Middle English maintenaunce < Middle French maintenance. See maintain, -ance

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A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 92% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.

According to our data most of word are more popular. This word is almost not used. It has a much more popular synonym.

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