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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During the summer, guests can enjoy activities like trail rides, hiking, fishing, and canoeing, while the wintertime brings experiences like ice fishing, cross country skiing, snowmobiling, and snow tubing. Beth Luberecki, USA Today, 6 May 2026 May is the month when tiny seeds sprout and the wonders of the natural world, beset by our wintertime images of national fright and ominous threats, permits us to see a hopeful future. Jerry Shnay, Chicago Tribune, 4 May 2026 And it’s set in a snowy wintertime, which would have been impractical and expensive in live action, but pays all kinds of benefits in terms of staging and mood. Television Critic, Los Angeles Times, 23 Apr. 2026 Everyone has an opinion on boots outside of wintertime, but as someone who tends to walk the length and breadth of their city year-round, a sturdy and chic boot adds edge and structure to any outfit. Alexandra Pereira, Travel + Leisure, 23 Apr. 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 7 May. 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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