Waiting

(n) /ˈweɪtɪŋ/

Meaning

To delay movement or action until the arrival or occurrence of; to await. (now generally superseded by “wait for”.)

Pronunciation

UK ˈweɪtɪŋ

US ˈweɪtɪŋ

Example Sentences

Our solar system is full of wonders and mysteries waiting to be explored.
A minute can feel long when you are waiting.

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How Long Is a MinuteHave you ever wondered how long a minute really is? A minute has sixty seconds inside it. You can count to sixty to feel one minute. A [clock's] second hand moves once every second. It takes one full...Read story

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