year-round

American

[yeer-round] / ˈyɪərˈraʊnd /

adjective

continuing, active, operating, etc., throughout the year.

a year-round vacation spot.

year-round British

adjective

open, in use, operating, etc, throughout the year

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Etymology

Origin of year-round

First recorded in 1920–25

Example Sentences

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“Because,” said Slop as he scratched at his horns, “the fruit is ripe year-round. What but magic could make it ripe all year long?”

From Literature

The team aims to complete two to three episodes monthly in order to have a constant stream of content year-round.

From Los Angeles Times

It fills a large city block across the street from the arena, an A-plus location in real estate terms for being in the midst of year-round activity.

From Los Angeles Times

Artificial balls have been developed so it can be played in gyms or on the beach, turning a seasonal battle into a global sport playable year-round.

From Barron's

In Polish cuisine, it’s known as Gołąbki, often served for Christmas Eve dinner, weddings, or on dining tables year-round, depending on the region.

From Salon

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