Word Information

Waiting

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Definitions for Waiting

noun
the act of waiting (remaining inactive in one place while expecting something)
Synonyms
wait
Examples
  1. the wait was an ordeal for him
adjective
being and remaining ready and available for use
Synonyms
ready and waiting(p)
Examples
  1. waiting cars and limousines lined the curb
  2. found her mother waiting for them
  3. an impressive array of food ready and waiting for the guests
  4. military forces ready and waiting
verb
stay in one place and anticipate or expect something
Synonyms
wait
Examples
  1. I had to wait on line for an hour to get the tickets
verb
wait before acting
Synonyms
wait hold off hold back
Examples
  1. the scientists held off announcing their results until they repeated the experiment
verb
look forward to the probable occurrence of
Synonyms
expect look await wait
Examples
  1. We were expecting a visit from our relatives
  2. She is looking to a promotion
  3. he is waiting to be drafted
verb
serve as a waiter or waitress in a restaurant
Synonyms
wait waitress
Examples
  1. I'm waiting on tables at Maxim's

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