Wait on | EWA Phasal Verbs Dictionary
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Wait on

/weɪt ɒn/

B1

Intermediate

1. To serve food or drinks to someone, typically in a restaurant.

  • The waiter will wait on you shortly, please be patient.
  • She has been waiting on tables during her summer break to earn some extra money.

2. To await someone's decision or action before proceeding.

  • We are waiting on the manager's approval before we can start the project.
  • They are waiting on the weather to clear up before continuing their journey.

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