Word Meaning

Meaning of while

- Space of time, or continued duration, esp. when short; a time; as, one while we thought him innocent.
- That which requires time; labor; pains.
- To cause to pass away pleasantly or without irksomeness or disgust; to spend or pass; -- usually followed by away.
- To loiter.
- During the time that; as long as; whilst; at the same time that; as, while I write, you sleep.
- Hence, under which circumstances; in which case; though; whereas.
- Until; till.

Crossword clue for while

- A space of time
- During the time that
- Space of time