pending

adj, prep — 5 senses

pending

adj

/ˈpɛndɪŋ/

1

Awaiting a conclusion or a confirmation.

2

Begun but not completed.

3

About to happen; imminent or impending.

Synonyms: impendent, in the offing, proximate
Derived terms: long-pending, nonpending
Related terms: dependent, depending, pendant, pendulous, impending

pending

prep

1

While waiting for something; until.

Pending the outcome of the investigation, the police officer is suspended from duty.

2

During.

Pending the investigation, the police officer is suspended from duty.

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