springtime

UK: ˈsprɪŋtaɪm | US: ˈsprɪŋˌtaɪm

Definition

  1. n. the season of spring

  2. n. a period of growth, renewal, or early development

Structure
spring <to leap or rise>time <period>
Etymology

springtime = spring<to leap or rise> + time<period>

  • spring: From Old English springan ("to leap, burst forth"), related to growth and renewal in nature.
  • time: From Old English tīma ("period, season"), denoting a measurable duration.

Etymology Origin:
The word "springtime" combines "spring" (originally meaning "to leap," later associated with plants sprouting) and "time" (a period). It reflects the season when nature "springs" back to life. The logic is vivid: the term captures the energetic rebirth of the environment after winter.

Examples

  1. The flowers bloom beautifully in springtime.

  2. Springtime brings warmer weather and longer days.

  3. Farmers prepare their fields during springtime.

  4. She loves the fresh air of springtime mornings.

  5. Springtime is often associated with new beginnings.