meanwhile

Universal Words adverb, noun adverb (also informal meantime) 1 while sth else is happening: Bob spent fifteen months alone on his yacht. Ann, meanwhile, took care of the children on her own. 2 in the period of time between two times or two events: The doctor will see you again next week. Meanwhile, you must rest as much as possible. 3 used to compare two aspects of a situation: Stress can be extremely damaging to your health. Exercise, meanwhile, can reduce its effects. noun IDIOMS in the meanwhile in the period of time between two times or two events: I hope to go to medical school eventually. In the meanwhile, I am going to study chemistry.