wait

The act of waiting (remaining inactive in one place while expecting something).

“the wait was an ordeal for him”

Time during which some action is awaited.

Look forward to the probable occurrence of.

“he is waiting to be drafted”

Wait before acting.

Serve as a waiter or waitress in a restaurant.

“I'm waiting on tables at Maxim's”

Stay in one place and anticipate or expect something.

“I had to wait on line for an hour to get the tickets”