during: Meaning and Definition of

dur•ing

Pronunciation: (door'ing, dyoor'-), [key]
— prep.
  1. throughout the duration, continuance, or existence of: He lived in Florida during the winter.
  2. at some time or point in the course of: They departed during the night.
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