Meaning of While

English Translation from English to English dictionary online for the word While

1. 1
   n.

   Space of time, or continued duration, esp. when short; a time; as, one while we thought him innocent.

2. 2
   n.

   That which requires time; labor; pains.

3. 3
   v. t.

   To cause to pass away pleasantly or without irksomeness or disgust; to spend or pass; -- usually followed by away.

4. 4
   v. i.

   To loiter.

5. 5
   conj.

   During the time that; as long as; whilst; at the same time that; as, while I write, you sleep.

6. 6
   conj.

   Hence, under which circumstances; in which case; though; whereas.

7. 7
   prep.

   Until; till.