bedtime

American  

[bed-tahym] / ˈbɛdˌtaɪm /

noun

1. the time times at which a person usually goes to bed.

   It's past my bedtime.

2. the time times at which a person goes to bed on a particular night.

   I have to get up early tomorrow so bedtime tonight will be 9 o'clock.

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bedtime British  

/ ˈbɛdˌtaɪm /

noun

1. 1. the time when one usually goes to bed

   2. ( as modifier )

      a bedtime story

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Etymology

Origin of bedtime

Middle English word dating back to 1200–50; bed, time

Example Sentences

Your partner’s early bedtime when you want to stay up isn’t lazy, selfish or a reflection of their love.

From The Wall Street Journal

The 7.5 week study compared individuals who stopped eating at least three hours before bedtime with those who maintained their usual eating habits.

From Science Daily

We hear about Nash, Oliver, and Harlow’s allergies, favorite TV shows, and bedtime routines.

From Literature

Most of the time we don’t disagree about much, except things like bedtime and whether children should be forced to eat certain foods.

From Literature

"And after I finish the dishes, I'll bring you in for your bath. It's almost bedtime."

From Literature