Meaning & Definition of word "Pending"

Pending

/ˈpɛndɪŋ/

1. Awaiting a decision or settlement.
- Example: The application is still pending approval from the committee.
2. Not yet decided or resolved.
- Example: There are several pending questions that need to be addressed before we proceed.
3. Remaining to be done or dealt with.
- Example: I have a pending task that I need to complete by the end of the day.

1. In the period before something happens or is settled.
- Example: Pending further investigation, the case remains open.
2. While awaiting something to occur.
- Example: Pending her approval, we will start the project next week.

Late Middle English: from Latin pendere 'to hang', hence 'to be undecided'.

pending approval:

Awaiting authorization or confirmation.

pending outcome:

Awaiting the result of a situation or decision.

pending review:

Awaiting examination or evaluation.

pend:

To hang loosely; to be suspended.

depend:

To rely on or be determined by something.

Meaning: Still in process or not finished.

Example Sentence: My project is pending, but I expect to finish it this weekend.

Meaning: On hold or waiting.

Example Sentence: I'm in a pending situation with that job interview.