Word Meaning

whiles definition and meaning

n. Space of time, or continued duration, esp. when short; a time; as, one while we thought him innocent.
n. That which requires time; labor; pains.
v. t. To cause to pass away pleasantly or without irksomeness or disgust; to spend or pass; -- usually followed by away.
v. i. To loiter.
conj. During the time that; as long as; whilst; at the same time that; as, while I write, you sleep.
conj. Hence, under which circumstances; in which case; though; whereas.
prep. Until; till.
n. Meanwhile; meantime.
n. sometimes; at times.
conj. During the time that; while.

Crossword clues for whiles

- A space of time
- During the time that
- Space of time