mealtime

noun

meal·​time ˈmēl-ˌtīm How to pronounce mealtime (audio)
: the usual time for serving a meal

Examples of mealtime in a Sentence

Take one pill at mealtime. The two children have different mealtimes.
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These are included in your fare and can provide a more relaxing and enjoyable mealtime experience. David Nikel, Forbes.com, 1 May 2025 The quickest route to mealtime stress has to be a messy pantry. Patricia Shannon, Better Homes & Gardens, 24 Apr. 2025 Fumbling around opening containers to see what’s inside can both eat away at time and quickly make your mealtime prep or even snack time a frustrating process. Patricia Shannon, Better Homes & Gardens, 24 Apr. 2025 Cooking builds life skills, promotes healthy eating, boosts confidence and strengthens family bonds — all while making mealtime fun. Kevin Reutenauer, Hartford Courant, 23 Apr. 2025 See All Example Sentences for mealtime

Word History

First Known Use

12th century, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of mealtime was in the 12th century

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“Mealtime.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/mealtime. Accessed 25 May. 2025.

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mealtime

noun
meal·​time ˈmēl-ˌtīm How to pronounce mealtime (audio)
: the usual time at which a meal is served

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