while away

/waɪl əˌweɪ/
/hwaɪl əˌweɪ/
/waɪl əˈweɪ/
IPA guide

Other forms: whiles away

Definitions of while away
  1. verb
    spend or pass, as with boredom or in a pleasant manner; of time
    synonyms: get through
    see moresee less
    type of:
    pass, spend
    pass time in a specific way
Cite this entry
Style:
MLA
  • MLA
  • APA
  • Chicago

Copy citation
DISCLAIMER: These example sentences appear in various news sources and books to reflect the usage of the word ‘while away'. Views expressed in the examples do not represent the opinion of Vocabulary.com or its editors. Send us feedback
Word Family