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Meaning of the word until in English

What does until mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

until

US /ənˈtɪl/
UK /ənˈtɪl/
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Preposition

up to the point in time or the event mentioned

Example:
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Let's wait until tomorrow.
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She worked until midnight.
Synonym:
till up to

Conjunction

up to the time that

Example:
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I won't leave until you arrive.
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He didn't realize his mistake until it was too late.
Synonym:
till before
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not until Until now postpone until until the first of the next month not cast a clout until May be out it's all fun and games until someone loses an eye don't empty the water jar until the rain falls