Meaning & Definition of word "Times"

Times

/taɪmz/

noun:

  • 1. A plural form of 'time', referring to instances or occasions.
    • Example: I have visited that museum several times.
  • 2. A specific period in history or in someone's life.
    • Example: In ancient times, people relied on the sun for farming.
  • 3. A point or period at which something occurs.
    • Example: We will meet at different times throughout the week.
  • 4. A measure of indefinite duration.
    • Example: It takes a long time to master a new skill.

verb:

  • 1. To measure or record the duration of something.
    • Example: I need to times my run to see if I can improve my speed.
  • 2. To schedule or arrange an event for a particular time.
    • Example: We should times the meeting for after lunch.
  • 3. To perform a calculation involving multiplication.
    • Example: If you times five by six, you get thirty.

Etymology

From Old English tīma, meaning 'a limited period, a time' or 'a season.'

Common Phrases and Expressions

the times are changing:

Change is happening.

all in good time:

At the appropriate moment.

one of these times:

On one of the future occasions.

from time to time:

Occasionally; sometimes.

Related Words

time:

A measurable period during which an action or condition exists.

moment:

A very brief period of time.

era:

A long and distinct period of history.

occasion:

A particular time or instance of an event.

Slang Meanings of times

Meaning: good times

Example Sentence: Those were the good times we had in college.

Meaning: hard times

Example Sentence: He's been going through some hard times lately.

Meaning: party like there's no tomorrow

Example Sentence: Let's go out and have some times!