dum — meaning in English

English meaning

• as conj Used to compare two things that are equal, alike, or happening at the same time.
• while noun A period of time, especially one of uncertain or moderate length.

Senses

dum is used for these senses in English:

• as To such an extent or degree; to the same extent or degree.
• as In the (same) way or manner that; to the (same) degree that.
• as At the same time that, during the same time when: while.
• as (numismatics, Ancient Rome) Any of several coins of Rome, coined in bronze or later copper; or the equivalent value.
• as Introducing a basis of comparison, with an object in the objective case.
• as In the role of.
• as In the form of.
• while During the same time that.

as — full definition

1. conj Used to compare two things that are equal, alike, or happening at the same time.
2. conj Because; since (giving a reason).
3. prep In the role or function of.
4. adv Used before an adjective or adverb in comparisons of equal degree, typically paired with a second "as".

while — full definition

1. noun A period of time, especially one of uncertain or moderate length.
2. conj During the same time that something else happens.
3. conj Used to introduce a contrast, similar to "whereas" or "although".

Related Latin words