meanwhile
UK/'mi:nhwail/US
NGSL 2kB1
Definitions
adv.
At the same time or during the intervening period; in contrast to what was previously mentioned.
与此同时；在此期间
n.
The time between two events.
其间；间隔时间
Root Breakdown
Native Englishmeanwhileother
=meanwhile
Example Sentences
- 1.
She studied for the exam while meanwhile her friend played video games.
- 2.
Back home, meanwhile, the family was preparing dinner for her arrival.