1. (

• wait ,
• waiting

) the act of waiting (remaining inactive in one place while expecting something); "the wait was an ordeal for him" ;

1. (

• waiting ,
• ready_and_waiting

) being and remaining ready and available for use; "waiting cars and limousines lined the curb"; "found her mother waiting for them"; "an impressive array of food ready and waiting for the guests"; "military forces ready and waiting" ;