lunchtime

noun

lunch·​time ˈlənch-ˌtīm 

: the time at which lunch is usually eaten : noon

Synonyms of lunchtime

• noon
• midday

Examples of lunchtime in a Sentence

It was nearly lunchtime when we got there.

They enjoyed the lunchtimes they spent together.

Recent Examples on the Web

Around lunchtime one day in late September, guests took advantage of the fact that most drinks — including liquor and champagne — are complimentary. — Liam Scott, Washington Post, 24 Oct. 2026

Showers could develop around lunchtime and continue into the afternoon, potentially affecting school dismissal in some neighborhoods. — Lissette Gonzalez, CBS News, 22 Oct. 2026

The first game back after an extended three-week break for internationals is Arsenal, the defending champion, at home to Leeds on Saturday lunchtime. — ABC News, 8 Oct. 2026

According to city data, Olde Town street parking in Arvada often exceeds 85% full, hitting the high 80s at lunchtime and regularly eclipsing 90% in the evenings. — John Aguilar, Denver Post, 20 Sep. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1859, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for lunchtime

• airtime
• bedtime
• daytime
• downtime
• enzyme
• halftime
• lifetime
• longtime
• mealtime
• meantime
• nighttime
• noontime