lunchtime
LUHNCH-tym
Lunchtime (noun) means the time of day when lunch is usually eaten. Example: “Let's meet up at lunchtime and grab something to eat.”
noun
1
The time of day when lunch is usually eaten.
"Let's meet up at lunchtime and grab something to eat."
2
A break from work or school taken to eat lunch.
"She used her lunchtime to go for a quick run."
"It's almost lunchtime, so I think I'll finish up later this afternoon."
How to use lunchtime
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishMidday, when people typically stop to eat.
Common pairings
at lunchtime
lunchtime meeting
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Etymology
From lunch + time.
Synonyms
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lunch period
Rhymes for lunchtime
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What does “lunchtime” mean?
The word “lunchtime” means the time of day when lunch is usually eaten. In plain terms, midday, when people typically stop to eat.
How do you pronounce “lunchtime”?
“Lunchtime” is pronounced LUHNCH-tym (/ˈlʌnt͡ʃtaɪm/ in IPA).
How do you use “lunchtime” in a sentence?
Here is “lunchtime” used in a sentence: “Let's meet up at lunchtime and grab something to eat.”
What part of speech is “lunchtime”?
“Lunchtime” is a noun.
Is “lunchtime” a common word?
“Lunchtime” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the A2 level.
How many meanings does “lunchtime” have?
“Lunchtime” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: the time of day when lunch is usually eaten.
