mealtime

noun

meal·​time ˈmēl-ˌtīm 

: the usual time for serving a meal

Examples of mealtime in a Sentence

Take one pill at mealtime.

The two children have different mealtimes.

Recent Examples on the Web

Reduced appetite: Some kids just aren't hungry at mealtimes, and that can be normal. —Sherri Gordon, Parents, 20 Mar. 2025

Although a single penguin is capable of devouring thousands of krill in a single sitting, swarms of the zooplankton may detect disturbances in the water ahead of mealtime. —Andrew Paul, Popular Science, 20 Mar. 2025

Have a small high-protein snack before eating out to prevent overeating at mealtime. —Amy Brownstein, Ms, Rdn, Verywell Health, 19 Mar. 2025

From exploring local spice markets to securing a coveted reservation at a must-visit restaurant, seeking culinary adventures offshore can break up the sameness of mealtime at sea. —Amanda Eyre Ward, Bon Appétit, 19 Mar. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

12th century, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for mealtime

• airtime
• bedtime
• daytime
• downtime
• enzyme
• halftime
• lifetime
• longtime
• lunchtime
• meantime
• nighttime
• noontime

Kids Definition

mealtime

noun

meal·​time ˈmēl-ˌtīm 

: the usual time at which a meal is served