summer

ˈsʌmər

Definitions

1. noun

the warmest season of the year, usually from June to August in the Northern Hemisphere, characterized by long, hot days and dry weather.

“I love spending my summer vacation at the beach.”

2. verb

to provide or supply something, especially food or drink, during the summer months.

“The farmer will summer his cattle on the nearby hills.”

3. verb

to remain in a particular place during the summer, rather than moving to a different location.

“The professor will summer in the city to continue her research.”

4. adjective

relating to or characteristic of the summer season.

“The summer clothes were on display in the store window.”

5. noun

a period of warm weather, especially one that is not part of the regular seasons.

“The summer in the city was unbearable due to the heat and humidity.”

Synonyms

  • heat wave
  • vacation time
  • warmest season

Antonyms

  • autumn
  • winter