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.
Recent Examples on the Web For someone who prefers listening to music, podcasts, and audiobooks without headphones, this JBL Bluetooth speaker has powerful, deep bass, a grip handle for easy portability, 24 hours of playtime, and a waterproof design. Mia Huelsbeck, People.com, 3 Oct. 2024 This speaker is waterproof, comes with 24 hours of playtime, and offers a powerful sound for such a compact size. Kirsten Chanel Webber, Rolling Stone, 27 Sep. 2024 Soundcore says the Select 4 Go has up to 20 hours of playtime on a full charge with the volume set at 40 percent and when using its standard EQ mode. Andrew Liszewski, The Verge, 18 Sep. 2024 The new QuietComfort Earbuds have been designed for everyday use and include customizable tap controls, voice commands, wireless charging case and up to 8.5 hours of playtime, all housed in a compact and durable package. Mark Sparrow, Forbes, 18 Sep. 2024 See all Example Sentences for playtime 

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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 15 Oct. 2024.

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