keep mum



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keep mum

To remain silent; to not say anything (e.g., about a secret). Make sure you kids keep mum in there or you're both grounded! You have to keep mum about Dave's retirement party—we want it to be a surprise.
See also: keep, mum

Common Names:

NameGenderPronouncedUsage
Mayur-Indian, Hindi, Marathi, Gujarati
CaleighKAY-lee, KA-leeEnglish (Modern)
AbÍLioə-BEE-lyooPortuguese
Kari (2)KAH-reeFinnish
Arne[a:n]
Praskovyaprah-SKOV-yahRussian