Dictionary
pend•ing
Pronunciation: (pen'ding), [key]—
prep.
1. while awaiting; until:
pending his return.
2. in the period before the decision or conclusion of; during:
pending the negotiations.
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adj.
1. remaining undecided; awaiting decision or settlement; unfinished:
pending business; pending questions; pending litigation.
2. about to take place; impending.
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