springtime

noun

spring·​time ˈspriŋ-ˌtīm How to pronounce springtime (audio)
Synonyms of springtimenext
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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Rarely averse to a pattern or pop of color, her latest coat look was a pleasant surprise, either a nod to the forthcoming Valentine’s Day holiday or a hopeful spin on springtime tones. Julia Teti, Footwear News, 11 Feb. 2026 This springtime drought could increase wildfire risk. Paige Moore, AZCentral.com, 9 Feb. 2026 Take on the legendary Tre Cime di Lavaredo hike in springtime to see the wildflowers in bloom. Stacey Leasca, Travel + Leisure, 8 Feb. 2026 Without a captain on the bridge, this glorious ship could sink into the springtime again. Sean Keeler, Denver Post, 7 Feb. 2026 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 15 Feb. 2026.

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springtime

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

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