Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

bankers-hours

noun
/ˈbæŋ.kɚz aʊərz/
Definition
The hours during which banks are typically open for business, often referring to a standard 9 to 5 schedule.
Examples
  • Many businesses operate on bankers’ hours, closing early on Fridays.
  • She preferred working standard bankers’ hours to have time for her family in the evenings.
Meaning
Bankers’ hours usually imply a limited working schedule, as most banks operate from the late morning until the late afternoon on weekdays and are closed on weekends.
Synonyms
  • business hours
  • standard hours
  • office hours