meanwhile — at the same time; during the intervening time
Part of speech: ADVERB
Definition: at the same time; during the intervening time
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈmiːnˌwaɪl/
Korean meaning: 그 동안에, 한편으로는
Korean pronunciation: 민-와일 (강세: 민)
Example Sentences
- Dad went to buy milk. Meanwhile, the cat drank all the milk in the fridge.
- The students were taking a test. Meanwhile, the teacher was dreaming about vacation.
- I'm studying for CSAT. Meanwhile, my friends are enjoying their weekend.
meanwhile
ADVERB//ˈmiːnˌwaɪl//
at the same time; during the intervening time
at the same time; during the intervening time
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Origin
From Middle English, combining 'mean' (from Old English 'mǽn' meaning 'common' or 'shared') with 'while' (from Old English 'hwīl' meaning 'a period of time'). The word originally meant 'during the intervening time' or 'in the time between events'.
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“Dad went to buy milk. Meanwhile, the cat drank all the milk in the fridge.”
“The students were taking a test. Meanwhile, the teacher was dreaming about vacation.”
“I'm studying for CSAT. Meanwhile, my friends are enjoying their weekend.”
“The economy is recovering. Meanwhile, inflation continues to rise.”
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