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.
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Limit the use of electronic devices before bedtime. Sharon Brandwein, USA Today, 2 June 2026 The problem is that most homes are lit the same way from breakfast to bedtime, and that flat unchanging signal works against you at the wrong hours. Allison Palmer june 2, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 2 June 2026 My last calorie is three to four hours before my actual target bedtime. Katie Hunt, CNN Money, 1 June 2026 Exercise daily, at least four hours before bedtime. Lisa Rapaport, EverydayHealth.com, 29 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for bedtime

Word History

First Known Use

13th century, in the meaning defined above

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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 3 Jun. 2026.

Kids Definition

bedtime

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