time warp

noun

: an anomaly, discontinuity, or suspension held to occur in the progress of time

time-warp

ˈtīm-ˌwȯrp 

adjective

or time-warped

ˈtīm-ˌwȯrpt 

Examples of time warp in a Sentence

Walking into the castle was like entering a time warp.

Recent Examples on the Web

While the Rams’ owner, Stan Kroenke, is adding MLB’s Los Angeles Angels to a stable of sports franchises that already includes the Denver Nuggets and Colorado Avalanche, the Packers continue to operate in a time warp. — Mike Sando, New York Times, 10 Sep. 2026

Staying at the Arthur Blair is meant to feel like entering a time warp. — Dakota Kim, Los Angeles Times, 6 Aug. 2026

Even Puqio, with its hodgepodge of antiques, cowhide rugs, and crystal decanters filled with pisco and rum, felt like a time warp to a bygone era of exploration. — Chris Schalkx, Travel + Leisure, 4 July 2026

Which song was the quintessential time warp in regards to Stewart’s sound Wednesday? — Anthony D'alessandro, Deadline, 11 June 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1937, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for time warp

• thorp