bedtime

noun

bed·​time ˈbed-ˌtīm How to pronounce bedtime (audio)
: a time for going to bed

Examples of bedtime in a Sentence

The children are still up? It's way past their bedtimes.
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We've all been told not to look at a screen before bedtime because the light disrupts sleep, right? Sanaz Meshkinpour, NPR, 21 Mar. 2025 Avoid eating for a few hours before bedtime (two or three hours). Amber J. Tresca, Verywell Health, 21 Mar. 2025 This can be as simple as sharing a meal, watching a favorite show together, or discussing the highs and lows of the day before bedtime. Friends Of Karen, Forbes, 20 Mar. 2025 Promote healthy sleep habits by establishing regular sleep schedules and a relaxing, screen-free bedtime routine. Stephanie Ganz, Parents, 18 Mar. 2025 See All Example Sentences for bedtime

Word History

First Known Use

13th century, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of bedtime was in the 13th century

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“Bedtime.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/bedtime. Accessed 2 Apr. 2025.

Kids Definition

bedtime

noun
bed·​time ˈbed-ˌtīm How to pronounce bedtime (audio)
: time to go to bed
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