noun
springtime
Springtime (noun) means the season of spring, falling between winter and summer. Example: “The garden bursts into color every springtime.”
noun
1
The season of spring, falling between winter and summer.
"The garden bursts into color every springtime."
"They planned the wedding for springtime, when the cherry blossoms would be out."
2
A period of renewal, growth, or flourishing, used figuratively.
"Historians call the era the springtime of European art and science."
How to use springtime
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishThe spring season, or figuratively, a time of fresh growth and renewal.
Common pairings
the springtime of youth
a springtime wedding
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Word forms
- Plural
- springtimes
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Etymology
A compound of spring and time.
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What does “springtime” mean?
The word “springtime” means the season of spring, falling between winter and summer. In plain terms, the spring season, or figuratively, a time of fresh growth and renewal.
How do you use “springtime” in a sentence?
Here is “springtime” used in a sentence: “The garden bursts into color every springtime.”
What part of speech is “springtime”?
“Springtime” is a noun.
How many meanings does “springtime” have?
“Springtime” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: the season of spring, falling between winter and summer.
