while: significato e definizioni

At the same time that; although: While the grandparents love the children, they are strict with them.

A period of time: stay for a while; sang all the while. See Usage Note at awhile.

The time, effort, or trouble taken in doing something: The project wasn't worth my while.

As long as; during the time that: It was lovely while it lasted.

Whereas; and: The soles are leather, while the uppers are canvas.

To spend (time) idly or pleasantly: while the hours away.