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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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Berry-producing plants that stand out in winter Plants can also have colorful fruit that is attractive in the wintertime. Markis Hill, Kansas City Star, 6 Dec. 2025 However, right now, clearing the trail in the wintertime is not feasible or a priority. David Ferrara, Cincinnati Enquirer, 3 Dec. 2025 Her near-empty piggy bank poses a challenge, but Busy Betty gets creative, concocting yummy Christmas cookies to sell in a wintertime twist on lemonade stands. Lex Goldstein, PEOPLE, 30 Nov. 2025 As nighttime descends earlier, the weather gets colder and wintertime arrives, here are some upcoming fun events lined up through the holidays and beyond. Kate Bradshaw, Mercury News, 28 Nov. 2025 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 Dec. 2025.

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wintertime

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

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