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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Spring Bulbs When most growers think of springtime flowers, daffodils, hyacinths, snowdrops, and crocuses come to mind. Lauren Landers, The Spruce, 22 Apr. 2026 This is useful for vegetarian dishes, especially in the springtime. Sean Timberlake, Sacbee.com, 21 Apr. 2026 The Netherlands draws visitors with its springtime tulips, cultural attractions like the Van Gogh Museum and famously bike-friendly streets. Lauren Schuster, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 20 Apr. 2026 Wise said from her front step on a sunny, springtime afternoon. CBS News, 20 Apr. 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 28 Apr. 2026.

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springtime

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

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