Until - Meaning, Definition & English Examples
Until is a preposition or conjunction used to indicate the time when something happens or the point before which an action continues. Example: Wait here until I return.
Definition:
Up to the point in time or event mentioned.
Synonyms:
till, up to, before
Part of Speech:
preposition, conjunction
Antonyms:
since, after
Common Collocations:
wait until, stay until, last until, continue until
Derivatives:
untimely, untilled
Usage Tips:
Use "until" to indicate a time limit or the end of a period; avoid redundancy with "up."
Common Phrases:
until the cows come home, until further notice, until hell freezes over
Etymology:
From Old Norse "und" (as far as) + "til" (to), meaning "up to."
Examples:
- 1. She waited until the rain stopped.
- 2. Don't leave until I arrive.
- 3. The store is open until 9 PM.
- 4. He worked hard until he succeeded.