summer

Definition

Summer is one of the four seasons of the year. It is the warmest season and the days are the longest. Summer is a time for swimming, playing outside, and going on vacation.

How can the word be used?

Summer is my favourite season.

Different forms of the word

Noun: summer.

Adjective: summery.

Verb: to summer.

Etymology

The word "summer" comes from the Old English word "sumor", which means "season of warmth and growth". It was first used in English in the 8th century.

The word "summery" means that something is characteristic of summer.

The word "to summer" means to spend the summer in a particular place.

Question

What seasons come before and after summer?