Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
central-time
noun
/ˈsɛntrəl taɪm/
Definition
Central Time is a time zone that is 6 hours behind Coordinated Universal Time (UTC-6) during standard time and 5 hours behind (UTC-5) during daylight saving time.
Examples
- The meeting is scheduled for 2 PM Central Time.
- When it’s 12 PM Central Time, it’s 1 PM in Eastern Time.
- Daylight saving time in Central Time starts on the second Sunday in March.
Meaning
Central Time is used in the central region of the United States and Canada and encompasses states like Illinois, Texas, and Wisconsin.
Synonyms
- CT
- Central Standard Time (CST)
- Central Daylight Time (CDT)
