Waiting - definition, pronunciation, transcription

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Amer.  |ˈweɪtɪŋ|  American pronunciation of the word waiting
Brit.  |ˈweɪtɪŋ|  British pronunciation of the word waiting
- this word is used as a present participle form of the verb 'to be' to wait

noun

- the act of waiting (remaining inactive in one place while expecting something) (syn: wait)

adjective

- being and remaining ready and available for use
waiting cars and limousines lined the curb
found her mother waiting for them
an impressive array of food ready and waiting for the guests
military forces ready and waiting

Extra examples

I am still in waiting for my son.

We'll be there waiting for you

I've been waiting all week to see her.

He paced up and down the hall, waiting for news about his wife's operation.

We're still waiting for the test results, when we'll decide our next move.

They've been waiting their whole life for an opportunity like this.

I'm waiting for the number 3 bus.

She was waiting right outside the door.

The people were waiting in line.

We've been waiting for you since 10 o'clock.

Several patients were waiting to see the doctor.

We're waiting for recommendations from the advisory committee.

I've been waiting my whole life for this.

I hate waiting in long lines.

I'm sorry to have kept you waiting. How may I help you?

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