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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Joe would take it to Panera and fill the giant bowl with Diet Coke, which should last him till lunchtime. Michael Russo, New York Times, 10 July 2025 At lunchtime, the poolside El Mirador has a somewhat lighter and healthier Mediterranean menu. Ann Abel, Forbes.com, 9 July 2025 The best foundations for oily skin go beyond surface-level promises, combining skincare-grade ingredients with smart, buildable coverage that doesn’t oxidize by lunchtime. Deanna Pai, Allure, 4 July 2025 At lunchtime, kids eat for the same price while adults pay $25.99. Camila Pedrosa, Sacbee.com, 13 June 2025 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 18 Jul. 2025.

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