waits

v. to stay in a place or delay an action until a particular time or event happens.

v. to remain stationary or in a state of expectation until a specified event occurs. Third-person singular form.

“He waits for the bus at the same corner every morning.”

“The patient waits patiently in the reception area while the specialist reviews the latest diagnostic reports from the laboratory.”

n. times when you have to stay and wait for something.

n. plural form denoting instances or durations of remaining in expectation or delay.

“The long waits at the airport made the travelers very tired.”

“Frequent waits between connecting flights can significantly increase the overall stress levels of international business travelers.”

n. a group of people who sing or play music in the streets at Christmas time.

n. a traditional group of musicians or carolers who perform in public spaces, specifically during the Christmas season.

“The village waits gathered in the square to sing carols for the neighbors.”

“Historically, the town waits were professional musicians maintained by the city to perform at official ceremonies and during the winter festivals.”

British English · Archaic