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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This could be because eating smaller portions more frequently keeps hunger at bay, which may prevent overeating at mealtimes. Caitlin Beale, Health, 19 May 2026 Before this, in the mid 20th century, a standard cut of meat at mealtimes was a pork loin or beef steak, smothered in cream sauce. Rebecca Firkser, Bon Appetit Magazine, 14 May 2026 So what’s a noise-averse diner to do come mealtime? Allyson Reedy, Denver Post, 13 May 2026 Light is the single strongest signal your brain uses to set your internal clock, stronger than mealtimes, exercise or stress. Allison Palmer, Charlotte Observer, 9 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for mealtime

Word History

First Known Use

12th century, in the meaning defined above

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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 22 May. 2026.

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mealtime

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

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