Meanwhile Definition & Meaning
meanwhile
- adverb
- at the same time but in another place; "meanwhile, back at the ranch..."
- 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"
"Meanwhile" in song lyrics
See how meanwhile is used in real songs:
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"Responsible for the homicide, meanwhile"
Tha Beggas — Traditional Kung Fu -
"Upside down smiles stayin' thuggin' in the meanwhile"
Big Syke — Be Yo Self -
"Could it be a trial, in the meanwhile"
The Brothahood — Friend or Foe
Words that rhyme with meanwhile
Usage tips for "meanwhile"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "meanwhile" 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 meanwhile to find words that pair well.
Use "meanwhile" in a verse
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Generate a verseFrequently asked questions
- What does meanwhile mean?
- at the same time but in another place; "meanwhile, back at the ranch..." 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 meanwhile?
- Meanwhile is an adverb and a noun.
- How many definitions does meanwhile have?
- Meanwhile has 3 definitions across 2 parts of speech (adverb, noun).