Meantime Definition & Meaning
meantime
- adverb
- during the intervening time; "meanwhile I will not think about the problem"; "meantime he was attentive to his other interests"; "in the meantime the police were notified"
- noun
- the time between one event, process, or period and another; "meanwhile the socialists are running the government"
"Meantime" in song lyrics
See how meantime is used in real songs:
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"I'm slumpin in the meantime"
Celly Cel f/ Kerry — It's Goin' Down -
"But I'ma let my team shine in the meantime"
Curtains — Problems -
"But in the meantime,"
Krayzie Bone f/ E-40, Gangsta Boo — We Starvin'
Words that rhyme with meantime
Usage tips for "meantime"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "meantime" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for meantime to find words that pair well.
Use "meantime" in a verse
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Generate a verseFrequently asked questions
- What does meantime mean?
- during the intervening time; "meanwhile I will not think about the problem"; "meantime he was attentive to his other interests"; "in the meantime the police were notified" the time between one event, process, or period and another; "meanwhile the socialists are running the government"
- What part of speech is meantime?
- Meantime is an adverb and a noun.
- How many definitions does meantime have?
- Meantime has 2 definitions across 2 parts of speech (adverb, noun).