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Term: Whilst

Description:

Whilst is a conjunction that means "during the time that" or "at the same time as." It is commonly used in British English and is equivalent to the American English word "while." Whilst is used to express a contrast between actions or events happening simultaneously.

Senses/Usages:

Sense 1:

Part of Speech: Conjunction

Definition: During the time that; at the same time as.

Example Sentence: Whilst I was cooking dinner, my husband washed the dishes.

Sense 2:

Part of Speech: Adverb

Definition: Used to introduce a contrasting or surprising fact.

Example Sentence: The weather was sunny, whilst the forecast predicted rain.

Sense 3:

Part of Speech: Preposition

Definition: In contrast with; although.

Example Sentence: Whilst he was intelligent, he lacked common sense.

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