Meaning & use
whilst
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while; during the time that (chiefly British and formal usage).
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Whilst I understand your concerns, I believe the plan is still our best option.
She hummed a tune whilst tidying the kitchen.
A note on using this word
Functionally identical to 'while,' but sounds more formal or old-fashioned, and is far more common in British English than American English.
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