springtime

noun

spring·​time ˈspriŋ-ˌtīm How to pronounce springtime (audio)
Synonyms of springtimenext
1
: the season of spring
2
3
: an early or flourishing stage of development

Examples of springtime in a Sentence

Springtime is her favorite time of year. a springtime of entrepreneurship in the old Soviet bloc after the fall of the Iron Curtain
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With springtime nearing, the promise of draping yourself in breezier attire is becoming more enticing — especially after such a long, cold winter. Rudolf Obias, Footwear News, 3 Mar. 2026 The rise of Oklahoma's springtime allergy season coincides in part with flu season. Dale Denwalt, Oklahoman, 3 Mar. 2026 But a handful of springtime events could be impacted. Melanie Goodfellow, Deadline, 2 Mar. 2026 Artichoke dip is always a crowd pleaser, and it's also takes well to everyone's favorite springtime vehicle, fresh crudites. Kimberly Holland, Southern Living, 1 Mar. 2026 See All Example Sentences for springtime

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of springtime was in the 15th century

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“Springtime.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/springtime. Accessed 7 Mar. 2026.

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springtime

noun
spring·​time ˈspriŋ-ˌtīm How to pronounce springtime (audio)
: the season of spring

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