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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The researchers recommended adopting better sleep practices, including cutting out caffeinated beverages in the afternoon, cutting down on alcohol consumption, avoiding large meals or exercise before going to bed, and reducing exposure to electronics prior to bedtime. Melissa Rudy, FOXNews.com, 18 Sep. 2025 For a better night’s sleep, Palinski-Wade recommends reaching for melatonin-rich foods such as tart cherries, pistachios and Greek yogurt before bedtime. Mariette Williams, USA Today, 18 Sep. 2025 To support weight loss, establish a consistent bedtime, choose lighter meals, limit evening screen use, and engage in regular but not overly intense nighttime activity. Carrie Madormo, Verywell Health, 17 Sep. 2025 That includes a new Sleep Score metric, which encompasses your time slept, bedtime consistency, and interruptions into a single holistic value. PC Magazine, 16 Sep. 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 21 Sep. 2025.

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bedtime

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