springtime

noun

spring·​time ˈspriŋ-ˌtīm How to pronounce springtime (audio)
1
: the season of spring
2
3
: an early or flourishing stage of development

Examples of springtime in a Sentence

Springtime is her favorite time of year. a springtime of entrepreneurship in the old Soviet bloc after the fall of the Iron Curtain
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Unlike tree pollen, which usually causes allergies in the springtime, ragweed pollen is a huge trigger that causes fall allergies. Dominique Fluker, Essence, 22 Oct. 2024 Outside of being a gorgeous addition to your yard, some hydrangea lovers are more inclined to keep one or two in pots for their porches, patios, and gardens, while others will even sit small hydrangeas inside for springtime. Sophia Beams, Better Homes & Gardens, 13 July 2024 The singer accessorized the springtime look with custom Simon G. Jewelry floral jewels. Chiara Kim, People.com, 1 Nov. 2024 Previously tied with springtime, which has in recent years been reduced to a week-long-if-you’re-lucky, blink-and-you’ll miss it blip in the transition from winter to summer, fall (as in, the months of October and November) remains the most pleasant season in which to stay a while in New York City. Hannah Towey, Condé Nast Traveler, 1 Nov. 2024 See all Example Sentences for springtime 

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of springtime was in the 15th century

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“Springtime.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/springtime. Accessed 28 Nov. 2024.

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springtime

noun
spring·​time ˈspriŋ-ˌtīm How to pronounce springtime (audio)
: the season of spring

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