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whilst

conjunction

«whilst» in the English dictionary: Early Modern English — its meanings, how the lessons use it, and examples, each with its tree on Mova.

Early Modern English

Meaning

During the time that; at the same time as. tree →

Then and now

Today "whilst" is an old form of "while", used mainly in British English and sounding old-fashioned; the sense is the same.

Examples

She put down the candles whilst she got over the stile. (English Fairy Tales) tree →
Whilst they were speaking a fiery dragon came flying through the air. (The Yellow Fairy Book) tree →
For mercy's sake give up this mad idea and retire whilst you can." (The Arabian Nights Entertainments) tree →

Note

Today: while.

On Mova

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