Meaning of the word awhile in English

What does awhile mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

awhile

US /əˈwaɪl/
UK /əˈwaɪl/
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Adverb

for a short time

Example:
Let's rest awhile before continuing our journey.
She stayed silent for awhile, then spoke again.