Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
forenoon
Noun
/ˈfɔːrˌnuːn/

Definition
The period of time from the beginning of the day until noon.

Examples
- We met for coffee in the forenoon.
- The forenoon sun shone brightly on the ocean.
- She enjoys going for a run in the forenoon when it’s cool.

Meaning
Forenoon refers specifically to the hours before midday, typically considered to be from sunrise to 12 PM.

Synonyms
- Morning
- Before noon
- AM