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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This recipe for chicken soup is about to change your fall dinnertime for the better. Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 4 Nov. 2024 Offering two tasting menus at dinnertime and a reduced menu at lunchtime during the week, celebrated chef Quique Dacosta pays homage to his native Extremadura through his signature dishes that exemplify Mediterranean cuisine at its best. Jennifer Fernández Solano, Forbes, 16 Oct. 2024 In one scenario, a one-take shot, Lightfoot-Leon and Quinn’s characters turn a dinnertime meal into a full-body experience. Kristen Tauer, WWD, 5 Sep. 2024 While there's no one-size-fits-all answer for the best dinnertime, the consensus seems to be that earlier is better, with the latest being two hours before bedtime. Johna Burdeos, Health, 28 Oct. 2024 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 22 Nov. 2024.

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dinnertime

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