Meaning of the word wait in English

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

wait

US /weɪt/

UK /weɪt/

stay where one is or delay action until a particular time or until something else happens.

Example:

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I'll wait for you at the corner.

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Please wait here until your name is called.

Synonym:

await stay remain linger tarry

be available or ready for someone or something.

Example:

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A surprise waits for you.

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Opportunity waits for no one.

Synonym:

be ready be prepared be available

a period of waiting.

Example:

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There was a long wait for the bus.

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We had a two-hour wait at the airport.

Synonym:

delay hold-up pause interruption

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