mealtime
Americannoun
Other Word Forms
Noun Inflected Forms
Etymology
Origin of mealtime
First recorded in 1125–75, mealtime is from the Middle English word meeltyme. See meal 1, time
Example Sentences
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Three months ago, he was finally given a new, longer bed, but that causes him to sit up in a position that he says led to a major choking incident one mealtime.
From BBC • Jul. 29, 2025
Whether you’re resolving to cook more or simply hoping to reduce mealtime stress, Leith’s book offers a way forward that feels achievable and— most importantly — human.
From Salon • Dec. 9, 2024
Ararat employees told state investigators that her family members had been taught about mealtime precautions to prevent the woman from inhaling food, but could not provide written evidence of that training.
From Los Angeles Times • Aug. 22, 2024
The sessions identified the main challenges to mealtime participation at home.
From Science Daily • Feb. 15, 2024
Yarrow’s been helping himself to extras at mealtime every day for months, and I guess Dr.
From "The Wrong Way Home" by Kate O’Shaughnessy
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