betimes

adverb

be·​times bi-ˈtīmz How to pronounce betimes (audio)
bē-
1
: in good time : early
2
archaic : in a short time : speedily
3
: at times : occasionally

Word History

First Known Use

13th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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

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“Betimes.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/betimes. Accessed 28 Mar. 2024.

Kids Definition

betimes

adverb
be·​times bi-ˈtīmz How to pronounce betimes (audio)
: in time : early
was up betimes this morning

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