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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The following is a list of benefits for keeping your windows covered in the wintertime. Louise Parks, Martha Stewart, 10 Jan. 2026 Here's why shoveling a deck is an important wintertime chore, according to the pros. Lee Wallender, The Spruce, 8 Jan. 2026 Trade winds in Hawaii typically come from the east, except during the wintertime, when Kona lows are more common. Matthew Cappucci, Washington Post, 8 Jan. 2026 The green-on-white one is low-pro, includes tactile and contrasting suede details, is thoroughly co-branded, and will be just the thing for pairing with a wintertime ensemble composed of baggy jeans and a wool coat. Stacia Datskovska, Footwear News, 7 Jan. 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 14 Jan. 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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