What does TIMES mean?

Times

Parts of Speech: noun, verb

Definitions:

  • Noun: a point of time as measured by a clock or calendar; a period of time considered in terms of its events or developments; a persons experience during a particular period or on a particular occasion.
  • Verb: multiply; ascertain the speed of (a machine), typically that of an engine in a vehicle, in order to set or regulate it.

Pronunciations:

  • US: /taɪmz/
  • UK: /taɪmz/

Origin and Usage:

The noun "times" comes from the Old English word "tīma," which means "a period of time." The verb "times" is derived from the noun. "Times" is commonly used to refer to a point of time as measured by a clock or calendar, or to a period of time considered in terms of its events or developments. It is also used to describe a persons experience during a particular period or on a particular occasion. The verb "times" is used to describe the act of multiplying or ascertaining the speed of a machine.

Synonyms:

  • periods
  • eras
  • epochs
  • multiplies
  • calculates
  • measures

Related Words:

  • timer
  • prime
  • hours
  • clock
  • count

Example Sentences:

  • The train leaves at 8:30 times.
  • The times have changed since he was a child.
  • She had a great time at the party last night.
  • He needs to time his breathing with the


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