noon
Americannoun
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twelve o'clock in the daytime.
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the highest, brightest, or finest point or part.
the noon of one's career.
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Archaic. midnight.
the noon of night.
noun
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the middle of the day; 12 o'clock in the daytime or the time or point at which the sun crosses the local meridian
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( as modifier )
the noon sun
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poetic the highest, brightest, or most important part; culmination
Etymology
Origin of noon
before 900; Middle English none, Old English nōn < Latin nōna ninth hour. See none 2
Example Sentences
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The Lakers are not expected to make any more moves today — the NBA deadline for deals is noon PST — and instead look to make a big splash this summer when they have more resources available.
From Los Angeles Times
Aunt Pretty brought Pa and me lunch in the field that noon, but she didn’t stay to eat with us.
From Literature
St. Bernard will find out its spot in the Southern Section playoffs when pairings are released on Saturday at noon.
From Los Angeles Times
The Southern Section boys and girls playoff pairings will be released Saturday at noon.
From Los Angeles Times
The coroner arrived around 11:50 a.m. and the tracks were still closed around noon, according to Lopez.
From Los Angeles Times
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