ALL meanings of keep one's own counsel
coun·sel
K k - noun plural keep one's own counsel advice; opinion or instruction given in directing the judgment or conduct of another. 1
- noun plural keep one's own counsel interchange of opinions as to future procedure; consultation; deliberation. 1
- noun plural keep one's own counsel Law. (used with a singular or plural verb) the advocate or advocates engaged in the direction of a cause in court; a legal adviser or counselor: Is counsel for the defense present? 1
- noun plural keep one's own counsel deliberate purpose; plan; design. 1
- noun plural keep one's own counsel Theology. one of the advisory declarations of Christ, considered by some Christians as not universally binding but as given for aid in attaining moral perfection. 1
- noun plural keep one's own counsel Archaic. a private or secret opinion or purpose. 1
- noun plural keep one's own counsel Obsolete. wisdom; prudence. 1
- verb with object keep one's own counsel to give advice to; advise. 1
- verb with object keep one's own counsel to urge the adoption of, as a course of action; recommend (a plan, policy, etc.): He counseled patience during the crisis. 1
- verb without object keep one's own counsel to give counsel or advice. 1
- verb without object keep one's own counsel to get or take counsel or advice. 1
- idioms keep one's own counsel keep one's own counsel, to conceal one's ideas or opinions; keep silent. 1
- idioms keep one's own counsel take counsel, to ask for or exchange advice, ideas, or opinions; deliberate; consult. 1
- verb keep one's own counsel To keep one's own business private; to be discreet, careful, or circumspect in what one says concerning one's own thoughts, deeds, or situation. 0
- phrase keep one's own counsel If you keep your own counsel, you keep quiet about your opinions or intentions. 0
- noun keep one's own counsel to keep one's thoughts, plans, etc. to oneself 0