bijblijven — meaning in English

English meaning

• abreast adv Side by side, facing the same direction.
• stick noun A thin piece of wood, especially a fallen branch or twig.

Senses

bijblijven is used for these senses in English:

• abreast Followed by of or with: up to a certain level or line; equally advanced. [First attested in the mid 17th century.]
• keep up (intransitive, idiomatic) To stay even or ahead.

abreast — full definition

1. adv Side by side, facing the same direction.
2. adj Up to date with, or fully informed about, current developments.

stick — full definition

1. noun A thin piece of wood, especially a fallen branch or twig.
2. noun A long, thin implement used for a specific purpose, such as a walking cane, a hockey stick, or a gear lever.
3. verb To become attached to a surface, usually with glue or something sticky.
4. verb To push a pointed object into something; to pierce.
5. verb To remain firm, loyal, or persistent, especially with "with" or "to."

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