suppertime

[ suhp-er-tahym ]

noun

1. the time at which supper is served, usually between the hours of 5 and 7 p.m.

Word History and Origins

Origin of suppertime¹

First recorded in 1325–75, suppertime is from Middle English soper tyme. See supper, time

Example Sentences

We wont go far, Virginia said, it will be suppertime shortly and I know you wouldnt want to miss it.

From Project Gutenberg

Camp was not only close, but had not yet reached suppertime, Bud guessed from the well-known range signs.

From Project Gutenberg

I used to slip away from home alone, along toward suppertime, and pay the Judge a visit.

From Project Gutenberg

You can use the big double room, there are two beds in it, and turn in till suppertime.

From Project Gutenberg

At suppertime, when Dave Cowan came, he was wetting the shorn sward with spray from a hose.

From Project Gutenberg