Meantime
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈmiːntaɪm/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Meantime is a noun meaning The time spent waiting for another event; time in between.
Meaning
The time spent waiting for another event; time in between.
More Meanings
- During the interval; meanwhile.
Example Sentences
Lunch will be in twenty minutes. Meantime: I have[…]
We'll come back asap; just wait here for the meantime.
Meantime Pope Urban II convoked two councils, one after another.
Repairs will be done tomorrow so meantime restrain from using the bath.
Word Forms
- meantimes
- mean time
Synonyms for meantime
Depending on context, synonyms include between-time, meanwhile.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include meanwhile, wait, waiting, lapse, moment, while.
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