noon

American  

[noon] / nun /

noun

1. midday.

2. twelve o'clock in the daytime.

3. the highest, brightest, or finest point or part.

   the noon of one's career.

4. Archaic.  midnight.

   the noon of night.

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noon British  

/ nuːn /

noun

1. 1. the middle of the day; 12 o'clock in the daytime or the time or point at which the sun crosses the local meridian

   2. ( as modifier )

      the noon sun

2. poetic  the highest, brightest, or most important part; culmination

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Etymology

Origin of noon

before 900; Middle English none, Old English nōn < Latin nōna ninth hour. See none ²

Example Sentences

The draw will then take place between 9 and 11 a.m., followed by an hour of analysis and interviews, ending at noon.

From Los Angeles Times

On Saturday, the New York City Police Department said officers responded to a call reporting a “disorderly group” before noon near Canal Street in Manhattan, police said.

From The Wall Street Journal

Fung last spoke to her at noon on the day of the fire, but another phone call three hours later went unanswered.

From Barron's

The Jan. 3 report of smoke at the Lachman burn area came in shortly before noon, according to a dispatch log of the incident.

From Los Angeles Times

Join us on Dec. 11 at noon for discussions with investment strategists and money managers about the outlook for the economy and markets in 2026—and how to position your portfolio for success.

From Barron's