mealtime
Americannoun
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
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
You are smart to take your medicine well away from mealtime, since coffee, tea and supplements containing iron or calcium can reduce absorption.
From Seattle Times • Jan. 24, 2024
For example, they can stimulate foraging by placing food around the home, or use food puzzles during mealtime to promote engagement and mental enrichment.
From Science Daily • Nov. 1, 2023
Still, she never dunned me and was as generous with her servings of food during mealtime as ever.
From "Invisible Man" by Ralph Ellison
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