bedtime

noun

bed·​time ˈbed-ˌtīm How to pronounce bedtime (audio)
: a time for going to bed

Examples of bedtime in a Sentence

The children are still up? It's way past their bedtimes.
Recent Examples on the Web Unique amenities include access to a fun zone with video games, cooking classes, arts and crafts, a personalized mini-bar selection, and a special milk-and-cookies service before bedtime. Meagan Drillinger, Travel + Leisure, 11 May 2024 From the hill above Horseshoe Bend, the magentas and neon greens came to life and dazzled those who stayed up past their usual bedtimes. Kevin Fixler, Idaho Statesman, 11 May 2024 See all Example Sentences for bedtime 

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Word History

First Known Use

13th century, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of bedtime was in the 13th century

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“Bedtime.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/bedtime. Accessed 15 May. 2024.

Kids Definition

bedtime

noun
bed·​time ˈbed-ˌtīm How to pronounce bedtime (audio)
: time to go to bed
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