playtime

noun

play·​time ˈplā-ˌtīm How to pronounce playtime (audio)
: a time for play or diversion

Examples of playtime in a Sentence

She has a little playtime in the morning before she goes to school. This isn't playtime; get to work! The children have playtime after lunch.
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The study found that 80% of PC playtime spanned 79 titles in 2025 compared to 52 titles in 2022. Arushi Jacob, Variety, 14 Apr. 2026 Secure this deal and turn playtime into an adventure! Juhi Wadia, PC Magazine, 9 Apr. 2026 In a candid behind-the-scenes moment from the holiday weekend, the 2-year-old could be seen showing off his long dark hair during playtime with a friend. Lara Walsh, InStyle, 6 Apr. 2026 Protect playtime, and your confidence grows steadily. Tarot.com, New York Daily News, 31 Mar. 2026 See All Example Sentences for playtime

Word History

First Known Use

1631, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of playtime was in 1631

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“Playtime.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/playtime. Accessed 23 Apr. 2026.

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