dinnertime

noun

din·​ner·​time ˈdi-nər-ˌtīm How to pronounce dinnertime (audio)
: the customary time for dinner

Examples of dinnertime in a Sentence

I hate getting phone calls at dinnertime.
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You're destined to put it in the dinnertime rotation. Jenna Sims, Southern Living, 15 May 2026 That brings us to (a quick) dinnertime, with a tasty chicken sandwich from Q Restaurant sounding like a fine plan. Jim Harrington, Mercury News, 13 May 2026 Dining As most passengers join the night train at or after dinnertime and depart in the morning, the train only offers snacks and breakfast on board. Emily Manthei, Travel + Leisure, 10 May 2026 The mix adds fragrance, texture and an actual payoff at dinnertime — turning a balcony into both a relaxing and productive space. Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Miami Herald, 28 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for dinnertime

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of dinnertime was in the 14th century

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“Dinnertime.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/dinnertime. Accessed 21 May. 2026.

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dinnertime

noun
din·​ner·​time -ˌtīm How to pronounce dinnertime (audio)
: the usual time for dinner
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