What does WAITS mean?

Parts of Speech

Waits is a verb.

Definitions

To waits means to stay in a place or remain inactive until something expected happens, or to serve customers as a waiter or waitress.

Pronunciations

US: /weɪts/

UK: /weɪts/

Origin and Usage

The word waits originated from the Old English word "wætan" which means to watch or guard. It has been in use since the 14th century. In modern usage, it is commonly used to refer to waiting for something to happen or serving customers as a waiter or waitress in a restaurant or bar.

Synonyms

Some synonyms for waits include: stays, lingers, delays, holds on, and tarries.

Related Words

Some related 5 letter words to waits include: watch, waste, waist, and warts.

Example Sentences

• He waits for the bus every morning at 7am.
• The restaurant is short-staffed, so he waits tables on the weekends.
• She waits patiently for her turn to speak.
• The band performs Christmas carols as part of the local waits tradition.