Definition: To last, continue, endure.

Alright class, settle down and let’s take a look! You’ve got a great question here, it’s really quite neat – “What does ‘during’ mean?” And the dictionary gives us clues, you see. “To last, to continue, to endure,” that's right, it’s true! Let's break it down in a way that’s easy for you. ‘During’ means within a time. It tells us when something happens. Think of it like this: It’s during the school day we learn and play, It’s during the summer, sunshine bright each day! It's during a movie, you sit and watch with glee, It's during a concert, a wonderful spree! Basically, it describes a period – a span of time. It’s like saying “while” or “as.” So, "during the test," means something happens while you are taking the test. "During breakfast,” is when you eat your meal. Does that make sense? Do you have any questions about this rhyme and its meaning for you?