WAITING | English Meaning, Definition, and Pronunciation

Looking for the meaning of the word WAITING in English for both noun and verb forms from the Oxford Dictionary? Below, you can explore all possible meanings and definitions of WAITING with sentence examples. You can also use the “AUDIO PRONUNCIATION” track to check the correct pronunciation in British English.

Word: Waiting

Speech Type: Noun

Audio Pronunciation:
Phonetic Spelling: ˈweɪtɪŋ
Dialects: British English
Definition:

the action of staying where one is or delaying action until a particular time or event

Short Definition:

action of staying where one is or delaying action until particular time or event

Examples:
  • years of waiting
Definition:

the action or occupation of working as a waiter or waitress

Short Definition:

action or occupation of working as waiter or waitress

Examples:
  • waiting staff
Definition:

official attendance at court.

Short Definition:

official attendance at court

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