Definition: To delay movement or action until the arrival or occurrence of; to await. (Now generally superseded by “wait for”.)
Alright class, settle down and let’s take a look,
At this word ‘waiting,’ a thoughtful nook!
The dictionary tells us, clear and bright,
It means holding back, with all your might.
“To delay movement or action,” you see,
Like pausing a dance for you and me.
"Until the arrival or occurrence," it’s true,
Of something exciting, waiting for you!
A birthday present, a letter to read,
Or a friend returning - planting a seed.
It's like holding your breath, just a little bit slow,
Anticipating what’s coming, watch it grow!
“Await” is another word, close and near,
Meaning to expect something, banishing fear.
Now "superseded by 'wait for'," you might find,
But ‘waiting’ still holds a special kind
Of patience and hope, a quiet delight,
So let's think about waiting with all our light!
Do you have any questions about this word today?