Lunch hour: meaning, definitions and examples

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lunch hour

 

[ lʌntʃ aʊər ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

work break

The lunch hour is the designated time during the workday when employees have the opportunity to take a break to eat a meal. It is typically around midday and can vary in length depending on company policies.

Synonyms

lunch break, midday break

Examples of usage

  • During the lunch hour, employees often gather in the break room to socialize.
  • Many people use their lunch hour to run errands or go to the gym.
  • In some cultures, the lunch hour is considered a sacred time for relaxation and rejuvenation.

Translations

Translations of the word "lunch hour" in other languages:

🇵🇹 hora do almoço

🇮🇳 दोपहर का भोजन का समय

🇩🇪 Mittagspause

🇮🇩 jam makan siang

🇺🇦 обідня перерва

🇵🇱 przerwa obiadowa

🇯🇵 ランチタイム

🇫🇷 heure du déjeuner

🇪🇸 hora del almuerzo

🇹🇷 öğle yemeği saati

🇰🇷 점심시간

🇸🇦 وقت الغداء

🇨🇿 polední pauza

🇸🇰 obedňajšia prestávka

🇨🇳 午餐时间

🇸🇮 čas za kosilo

🇮🇸 hádegishlé

🇰🇿 түскі ас уақыты

🇬🇪 სადილის საათი

🇦🇿 nahar vaxtı

🇲🇽 hora del almuerzo

Word origin

The concept of a designated lunch hour originated in the early 19th century as a way to provide factory workers with a break during their long shifts. Over time, it became a standard practice in many workplaces to ensure that employees have time to rest and refuel during the day.