wait. 1. to remain inactive or in a state of repose, as until something expected happens (often fol. by for or until): to wait for the bus. 2. (of things) to be available or in readiness: A letter is waiting for you. 3. to remain neglected for a time: a matter that can wait.
Generation X or Gen-X is the name given to the generation of Americans born between 1961 and 1980. Generation X follows the Baby Boom generation and precedes Generation Y (Gen-Y) or the Millennial generation. Next Up.
Common put-downs range from 'self-obsessed' to 'stuck in their ways'. Generation X: Those born roughly between 1963-1980 (now aged early-30s to mid-40s.) Gen-Xers are often labelled the slacker generation, uncommitted and unfocused. The why me? generation. They are the first generation to have experienced divorce on a large scale and are likely to have changed careers several times.