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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As soon as the end credits begin to roll, Polly leaps from the couch and heads straight into their crate, signaling an instinctive understanding that the show's conclusion means bedtime. Josh Hammer, Newsweek, 14 Feb. 2025 To reduce the frequency of night terrors, parents should: Establish a consistent bedtime routine. Arielle Tschinkel, Parents, 12 Feb. 2025 According to Jarrett, another way magnesium may boost your bedtime routine is by maintaining healthy levels of the neurotransmitter GABA, which encourages relaxation and a deep sleep. Fiona Embleton, Glamour, 11 Feb. 2025 Their children generally take a more structured approach to mealtimes and bedtime. Robin Abcarian Los Angeles Times, arkansasonline.com, 9 Feb. 2025 See all Example Sentences for bedtime 

Word History

First Known Use

13th century, in the meaning defined above

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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 23 Feb. 2025.

Kids Definition

bedtime

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