lunchtime

noun

lunch·​time ˈlənch-ˌtīm How to pronounce lunchtime (audio)
: the time at which lunch is usually eaten : noon

Examples of lunchtime in a Sentence

It was nearly lunchtime when we got there. They enjoyed the lunchtimes they spent together.
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At lunchtime on a recent Wednesday, ’90s R&B played indoors and in the shaded outdoor seating area. Eleanor Nash, Kansas City Star, 2 Jan. 2025 But away form, as well as the curse of the television cameras in a lunchtime kick-off, remains a concern, with November’s 4-3 win over Swansea City their only victory in the last seven on the road. Nancy Froston, The Athletic, 15 Dec. 2024 Around lunchtime, most products were sold out, so go early. Annalise Frank, Axios, 22 Nov. 2024 Over the last three decades, the scope of the spectacular lunchtime gala has changed, but its mission has remained the same. David Graver, Vogue, 21 Nov. 2024 See all Example Sentences for lunchtime 

Word History

First Known Use

1859, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of lunchtime was in 1859

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“Lunchtime.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/lunchtime. Accessed 21 Jan. 2025.

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