Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

noontime

Noun
ˈnʊnˌtaɪm
Definition
The time of day when the sun is at its highest point in the sky, typically around midday.
Examples
  • At noontime, the streets were unusually quiet.
  • She scheduled her meeting for noontime to accommodate everyone’s lunch hour.
  • The park is beautiful noontime; the sunlight filters through the trees perfectly.
Meaning
Noontime refers to the middle of the day, usually between 11 AM and 1 PM, when people often take a break for lunch.
Synonyms
  • Midday
  • Lunch hour
  • Noon