upkeep

1. N-UNCOUNT The upkeep of a building or place is the work of keeping it in good condition. 維護(hù)

The money will be used for the upkeep of the park. 這些錢(qián)將用於該公園的維護(hù)。

2. N-UNCOUNT The upkeep of a group of people or services is the process of providing them with the things that they need. 供養(yǎng); 維持

He offered to pay ￡100 a month towards his son's upkeep. 他提出每月支付￡100作爲(wèi)兒子的撫養(yǎng)費(fèi)。