school day

American  

noun

1. any day on which school is conducted.

2. the daily hours during which school is conducted.

   The school day here is from nine to three.

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Etymology

Origin of school day

First recorded in 1580–90

Example Sentences

Unfortunately, there were times in the school day when Mr. Sigel wasn't around.

From Literature

We’d have to leave on a school day because we couldn’t tell anyone, and it would be easier to slip away from the school grounds than from home.

From Literature

During the visit, she is flooded by memories of growing up, and of a group of girls who tormented her during her school days.

From The Wall Street Journal

As we reach the end of the hike, Leo joins his mom and Auntie Chey to hear a story about their high school days.

From Literature

When parents arrive at the end of the school day, the children spring into action; holding customer's bags, totting up totals and, in Edward's case, upselling a tin or two.

From BBC