The meaning of WHILE is a period of time especially when short and marked by the occurrence of an action or a condition : time. How to use while in a sentence.

While and whilst mean the same when we use them as conjunctions. They both mean ‘during the time that something else happens’, or ‘in contrast with something else’. While is much more common than …

While is a word in the English language that functions both as a noun and as a subordinating conjunction. Its meaning varies largely based on its intended function, position in the phrase and even …

dialect Scot and Northern English another word for until: you'll have to wait while Monday for these sheets; you'll never make any progress while you listen to me.

The comprehensive definition of while. Includes pronunciation, synonyms, etymology, and usage examples to help you master this word.

Definition of while conjunction in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.

3 days ago · Noun while (plural (archaic or informal) whiles) An uncertain duration of time, a period of time.

4 days ago · Many people use awhile vs. a while interchangeably, but this can lead to confusion and miscommunication. In this article, we will explore the differences between these two words and …

WHILE meaning: 1 : during the time that; 2 : used to make a statement that describes how two people, groups, etc., are different

While describes a length of time. If you were describing a first date, you might say, "We sat there for a while in an incredibly awkward silence." Use the word while to talk about an unspecific period of time, …