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