wintertime

noun

win·​ter·​time ˈwin-tər-ˌtīm How to pronounce wintertime (audio)
: the season of winter

Examples of wintertime in a Sentence

We enjoy skiing in the wintertime.
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In wintertime, ice fishing, skating, ice sailing and snowshoeing are all common sights. Berly McCoy, NPR, 27 Feb. 2026 Ideal for wintertime and/or sensitive skin, this mask hydrates deeply while locking in moisture for up to 72 hours and helping to strengthen the skin's barrier. Tory Johnson, ABC News, 24 Feb. 2026 Now in wintertime, Contreras’ home feels empty without Dylan. Eduardo Cuevas, USA Today, 23 Feb. 2026 And in the wintertime, our power is very high. Cecilia Vega, CBS News, 23 Feb. 2026 See All Example Sentences for wintertime

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of wintertime was in the 14th century

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“Wintertime.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/wintertime. Accessed 2 Mar. 2026.

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wintertime

noun
win·​ter·​time ˈwint-ər-ˌtīm How to pronounce wintertime (audio)
: the winter season

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