Definition of "Wait" :

noun: the act of waiting (remaining inactive in one place while expecting something)

"The wait was an ordeal for him."

noun: time during which some action is awaited

verb: look forward to the probable occurrence of

"He is waiting to be drafted."

verb: serve as a waiter or waitress in a restaurant

"I'm waiting on tables at Maxim's."

verb: stay in one place and anticipate or expect something

"I had to wait on line for an hour to get the tickets."

verb: wait before acting