NYT Dictionary

COOLDOWN

/ˈkuːldaʊn/
NounCollege

Accepted in official NYT Spelling Bee puzzle years: 2020, 2023, 2025

Meaning

The rest period between sets or workout sessions, when cooling of body temperature may occur.

Etymology

Origin: Unknown

Deverbal from cool down.

NYT Puzzle Appearances

Accepted in 2 recorded puzzles:

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