whilst
Chiefly British. while.
Origin of whilst
1Words Nearby whilst
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How to use whilst in a sentence
whilst Whitacre never defined himself as an “ally,” this remains a cautionary tale of what not to do.
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It was generally lauded by Spaniards, whilst it filled all classes of natives with indignation.
The Philippine Islands | John ForemanI had it put in order whilst you were in London; it was a shame to let a sacred place remain in such a state.
Elster's Folly | Mrs. Henry WoodHeavy firing continued all that afternoon, inflicting great loss on the rebels, whilst the Spaniards lost one soldier.
The Philippine Islands | John ForemanHe tells me several men have already been shot whilst bathing but there is no use trying to stop it: they take the off chance.
Gallipoli Diary, Volume I | Ian HamiltonBut I was still more startled by the action of the barman who lifted up the glass and held it whilst the man drank.
Uncanny Tales | Various
British Dictionary definitions for whilst
/ (waɪlst) /
mainly British another word for while (def. 1), while (def. 2), while (def. 3), while (def. 4), while (def. 5)
Origin of whilst
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