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 Inn at Willow Grove, however, goes above and beyond for its guests, especially in the wintertime. Lydia Mansel, Southern Living, 4 Jan. 2025 That goes for any holiday-specific or seasonal goods, like hot cocoa mugs that only get used in the wintertime. Bridget Reed Morawski, Architectural Digest, 3 Jan. 2025 To avoid this, be sure to close your chimney and tighten any ceiling fixtures in wintertime. Natalie Wallington, Kansas City Star, 3 Jan. 2025 Thus, in America the wide adoption of blue and white as the wintertime holiday’s hues began. Sophie Liza Cannon, Forbes, 20 Dec. 2024 See all Example Sentences for wintertime 

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined above

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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 18 Jan. 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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