Meaning of the word time in English

What does time mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

time

US /taɪm/

UK /taɪm/

the indefinite continued progress of existence and events in the past, present, and future regarded as a whole

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Time flies when you're having fun.

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We need more time to complete the project.

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duration period span interval stretch

a point of time as measured in hours and minutes past midnight or noon

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What time is it?

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The meeting starts at 9 o'clock sharp, so be on time.

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hour moment point in time

an instance of something happening or being done; a particular occasion or instance

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I've told you many times not to do that.

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This is the first time I've visited Paris.

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occasion instance occurrence turn

measure the time taken by (an event or activity)

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Can you time how long it takes to run a mile?

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The chef carefully timed the cooking of the roast.

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measure clock record gauge

do something at a particular moment or within a particular period

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He timed his arrival perfectly to surprise everyone.

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The comedian timed his jokes for maximum effect.

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schedule coordinate synchronize regulate

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