time
time
taɪm
taim
British pronunciation
/taɪm/

Definition & Meaning of "time"in English

Time
01

the quantity that is measured in seconds, minutes, hours, etc. using a device like clock

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02

an instance or occurrence of an action or event, often used to indicate repetition

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Stir the mixture three times to ensure it blends evenly.
03

a time period that provides an opportunity to do things or accomplish goals

04

an indefinite period characterized by specific attributes or activities

05

a suitable moment

06

the continuum of experience in which events pass from the future through the present to the past

07

a person's experience on a particular occasion

08

the fourth coordinate that is required (along with three spatial dimensions) to specify a physical event

09

rhythm as given by division into parts of equal duration

10

the period of time a prisoner is imprisoned

11

(plural) used to show multiplication or comparison of quantities

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This rope is three times longer than that one.
12

the recorded duration or measurement of how long an event or task takes to complete, often used in sports or competitions to track performance

to time
01

to measure how long an event, action, or someone performing an action takes

Transitive: to time an event or action
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She timed her speech to ensure it fit within the allotted slot.
02

to decide or organize the specific moment or duration for an event or activity to occur

Transitive: to time an activity
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She timed the delivery to coincide with her customer ’s arrival.
03

to determine or control the tempo, speed, or length of an activity

Transitive: to time sth
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She timed the music perfectly to match the choreography ’s rhythm.
04

to adjust or set a timekeeping device so that it accurately measures time

Transitive: to time a clock or watch
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He timed the watch carefully, ensuring it matched the atomic clock's precision.
05

to regulate the execution or pace of an action, such as a shot or stroke, so it is performed at the most effective moment

Transitive: to time an action
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She timed her tennis stroke perfectly, sending the ball straight down the line.
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