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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The artist and author also reflected on bedtime routines with his kids and his favorite memories of quality time with his dad Ziggy Marley recently came out with a children's book called Pajammin! Gillian Telling, People.com, 7 July 2025 Waking up feeling rested Morning rituals shape sleep quality as much as any bedtime routine because your chronotype links daytime patterns to nighttime rest. Jp Shaffer july 7, Charlotte Observer, 7 July 2025 Drink water often, use a humidifier at bedtime, and consider using toothpaste or mouthwash designed to help dry mouth. Carley Millhone, Health, 6 July 2025 Wimbledon is the only Grand Slam with an early bedtime, and the lights go out on time, every time, with no exceptions — almost. Charlie Eccleshare, New York Times, 6 July 2025 See All Example Sentences for bedtime

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 14 Jul. 2025.

Kids Definition

bedtime

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