pending /ˈpɛndɪŋ/adjective 3preposition 2 adjective3 •Awaiting a conclusion or a confirmation. •Begun but not completed. •About to happen; imminent or impending. preposition2 •While waiting for something; until.Pending the outcome of the investigation, the police officer is suspended from duty. •During.Pending the investigation, the police officer is suspended from duty.