Looking for the meaning of the word WHILST in English for both noun and verb forms from the Oxford Dictionary? Below, you can explore all possible meanings and definitions of WHILST with sentence examples. You can also use the “AUDIO PRONUNCIATION” track to check the correct pronunciation in British English.
Word: Whilst
Speech Type: Conjunction
Etymology:
late Middle English: from whiles + -t as in against
Audio Pronunciation:
Phonetic Spelling:
wʌɪlst
Dialects: British English
Definition:
during the time that; at the same time as
Short Definition:during time that
Examples:- Michael runs the island co-operative whilst Mary runs the pub
- the natural resources are used up whilst the population continues to increase
Definition:
whereas (indicating a contrast)
Short Definition:whereas
Examples:- some employers have a relaxed dress code, whilst others insist on formal attire
Word: Whilst
Speech Type: Adverb
Audio Pronunciation:
Phonetic Spelling:
wʌɪlst
Dialects: British English
Definition:
during which; while.
Short Definition:while
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