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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Word History

First Known Use

12th century, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
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 19 Apr. 2024.

Kids Definition

mealtime

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

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