Keeve, v. t. [imp. & p.
p. Keeved (?); p. pr. & vb. n.
Keeving.] 1. To set in a keeve, or tub,
for fermentation.
2. To heave; to tilt, as a cart. [Prov.
Eng.]
Keeve (?), n. [AS. c?f, fr. L.
cupa a tub, cask; also, F. cuve. Cf. Kive,
Coop.] 1. (Brewing) A vat or tub
in which the mash is made; a mash tub. Ure.
2. (Bleaching) A bleaching vat; a
kier.
3. (Mining) A large vat used in
dressing ores.