time (EN)

noun, verb, interjection

noun “time”

1. the continuous progression from the past through the present to the future or its specific duration
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   As children, we often wish we could fast-forward time to become adults more quickly.
2. a numerical measurement of a quantity of time
   Her best time for the marathon was just under four hours.
3. the period spent in prison
   After serving his time, he vowed to turn his life around.
4. an occasion, event or experience
   Remember the time we got lost in the woods? That was quite an adventure.
5. a historical period; the present period or current conditions
   In medieval times, knights were bound by a code of chivalry.
6. the period of one's youth or early life
   In your time, smartphones didn't exist, but now they're everywhere.
7. the point in the day as indicated by a clock
   Can you tell me what time it is? My watch has stopped.
8. the right or suitable moment for something
   When it's time to harvest, the whole community helps out.
9. the moment of giving birth
   Her time came unexpectedly in the middle of the night.
10. the predetermined end of someone's life
    When the old man passed away peacefully in his sleep, his family said it was simply his time.
11. a factor by which something is multiplied in size, amount, or extent
    This computer processes data ten times more quickly than the older model.
12. the meter or rhythm in general in music
    The drummer's ability to keep time is essential to the band's sound.

verb “time”

1. to measure the duration or speed of an event or action
   The coach timed the sprinters during practice to see their progress.
2. to schedule the start or duration of an event
   She timed her announcement to coincide with the company's anniversary celebration.

interjection “time”

1. a reminder to resume play in tennis
   "Time," called the umpire, signaling the players to resume the match.
2. a warning for last orders before a bar closes
   "Time, folks!" announced the bartender.