Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
rush-hour
noun
/ˈrʌʃ ˈaʊər/
Definition
A period of time during each day when traffic congestion on roads and crowding on public transport is at its highest due to the number of people commuting to or from work.
Examples
- During rush hour, the subway is typically packed with commuters.
- He always leaves the house early to avoid the rush-hour traffic.
Meaning
Rush hour refers to the times of day, typically in the morning and evening, when the majority of people are traveling to and from their jobs, resulting in heavy traffic and crowded transport systems.
Synonyms
- peak hour
- busy hour
- commute time
