timespan

[tahym-span]

noun

1. a span spin of time; times; time frame.

Word History and Origins

Origin of timespan¹

First recorded in 1930–35; time + span ¹

Example Sentences

In that too-short timespan, he built a multifaceted career as a poet, musician, actor and director.

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Her child did not have contact with Clarke, but the mother said the case had brought her to tears due to the timespan of the offending and the fact some victims could be non-verbal.

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Consider this example: Those who invested in a S&P 500 index fund at the beginning of January 2021 and held on through the end of 2024 scored a return averaging 13.6% a year; every dollar they invested grew to $1.67 over that timespan.

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Either way, the overthinkers are right to wonder how it is that three of its hotels can become separate murder scenes within a brief timespan without the brand's stock taking a reputational hit.

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The timespan will include the inauguration of President-elect Donald Trump.

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