wartime

[ wawr-tahym ]

noun

1. a time times or period of war:

   Strict travel regulations apply only in wartime.

adjective

1. caused by, characteristic of, or occurring during war:

   wartime shortages.

wartime

/ ˈwɔːˌtaɪm /

noun

1. 1. a period or time of war
   2. ( as modifier )

      wartime conditions

Word History and Origins

Origin of wartime¹

Middle English word dating back to 1350–1400; war ¹, time

Example Sentences

On the campaign trail, Trump said his strategy would rely on military troops, friendly state and local law enforcement and wartime powers.

From Los Angeles Times

The wedding took place while he was on leave from the army; wartime shortages meant they had rice paper rather than icing on the cake.

From BBC

Among so many practical wartime concerns, Trump’s coming presidency figures large in her worries.

From Los Angeles Times

Persuading customers that variety meats were a necessary wartime substitution worked temporarily but ultimately led to the perception that they were subpar choices.

From Salon

In France, particularly, a historical legacy that still causes rancor was the wartime behavior of the wealthy elite.

From Salon