Meaning of the word "wait for" in English

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

wait for

US /weɪt fɔːr/
UK /weɪt fɔːr/

Phrasal Verb

to delay doing something until someone arrives or something happens

Example:
I'll wait for you at the entrance.
We had to wait for the rain to stop before we could leave.