screen time

American  

[skreen tahym] / ˈskrin ˈtaɪm /

Or screentime

noun

• screen times
  plural

1. the amount of time devoted to a particular actor, topic, plot line, etc., in a film or TV show.

   The female characters got less screen time than the male characters in all the film festival nominations.

2. Digital Technology. the amount of time a person spends watching or interacting with content on the screen of a computer, phone, TV, gaming console, etc..

   What's the maximum amount of screen time recommended for children under two?

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Other Word Forms

Noun Inflected Forms

• screen times
  plural

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Etymology

Origin of screen time

First recorded in 1915–20, and in 1990–95 screen time for def. 2

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Example Sentences

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screen time

The government said it was consulting on screen time guidance for children aged five to 18 but that technology could be a powerful learning tool if used properly.

From BBC ● Oct. 13, 2026

Reducing screen time can be helpful, but changing how people use their smartphones may be just as important for protecting attention, sleep, and overall well-being.

From Science Daily ● Oct. 12, 2026

This type of account would have strict safeguards, including screen time limited to one hour a day, so that parents can ensure the "safe" use of social media.

From Barron's ● Sep. 17, 2026

Krishnan said he’s talked to frustrated parents who feel that their efforts to limit screen time at home are being undermined by the “dopamine hits” children are getting from gamified apps and YouTube at school.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 14, 2026

“And he’s probably had more screen time today than in the first four years of his life combined. But here. A little graduation gift.”

From "Keeping Pace" by Laurie Morrison

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