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WHILE

(noun, verb, prep., conj.)
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There are 10 meanings of the word While.

How to pronounce while:

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While - as a noun

A period of indeterminate length (usually short) marked by some action or condition

Example: "He was here for a little while"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
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Hypernyms (Closely Related)
time
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

While - as a verb

To pass (time) idly.

To occupy or entertain (someone) in order to let time pass.

To loiter.

While - as a preposition

Until.

While - as a conjunction

During the same time that.

Example: "He was sleeping while i was singing."

Although.

Example: "This case, while interesting, is a bit frustrating."

Until.

Example: "I'll wait while you've finished painting."

As long as.

Example: "While you're at school you may live at home."

(public policy) used to denote an individual experiencing racial profiling when performing a seemingly benign activity.

Example: "He was detained for four hours at the store yesterday. his crime? shopping while black."

Example Sentences

"She cooked dinner while he set the table."
"I fell asleep while watching TV."
"He enjoys listening to music while he exercises."
"She brushed her teeth while getting dressed."
"He likes to drink coffee while reading the newspaper."
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Word Game Points

Is WHILE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, while is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

WHILE has a SCRABBLE points total of 11.

Is WHILE a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, while is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
WHILE has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 11.

Is WHILE a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, while is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
WHILE has a WORDFEUD points total of 11.

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