playtime

[ pley-tahym ]

noun

1. time times for play or recreation.

playtime

/ ˈpleɪˌtaɪm /

noun

1. a time for play or recreation, esp the school break

Word History and Origins

Origin of playtime¹

First recorded in 1610–20; play + time

Example Sentences

To a parent, it’s a quick toddler playtime activity.

From Los Angeles Times

Hundreds of schools have closed, and playtime at crowded and unsanitary shelters is rare.

From Seattle Times

A friend visited with her then-10-year-old daughter, who brought some slime with her for solo playtime while the adults talked.

From Los Angeles Times

Eastern time on Sunday, is the 20th edition of the event, a milestone for a program that began as a tongue-in-cheek feed of puppy playtime before evolving into a counterprogramming juggernaut.

From New York Times

The charity also recommends extra playtime for pets to make sure they keep active if they are spending less time outside.

From BBC