meantime
/ˈminˌtaɪm/
noun
- The time between two events or while waiting for something to happen.
- The new software is being tested. In the meantime, we are using the old version.
- I'll finish my homework now, and in the meantime, you can start dinner.
- The doctor will be with you soon; in the meantime, please fill out this form.
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adverb
- During the time before something happens or while something else is happening.
- The company is expanding its offices; meantime, employees are working from home.
- She waited for the bus. Meantime, it started to rain.
- Meantime, the children played quietly in the other room.
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