Meaning & Definition of word "Hour"
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Hour
/ˈaʊər/
noun:
- 1. A unit of time equal to 60 minutes.
- Example: The meeting will last for one hour.
- 2. A specific time of day.
- Example: We agreed to meet at three o'clock in the afternoon, or at the third hour.
- 3. A period of time defined by a particular activity or event.
- Example: She devoted an hour each day to studying for her exams.
- 4. A period of time when something happens or is open.
- Example: The store's opening hours are from 9 AM to 9 PM.
Etymology
Middle English 'oure', from Old French 'ore', derived from Latin 'hora'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
happy hour:
A period during which drinks are sold at reduced prices.
rush hour:
A time during the day when traffic is heavy.
zero hour:
The time at which a significant event is scheduled to begin.
Related Words
minute:
A unit of time equal to 60 seconds.
second:
A unit of time equal to one-sixtieth of a minute.
Slang Meanings of hour
Meaning: O'Clock
Example Sentence: I'll meet you at 3 o'clock.
Meaning: Houry
Example Sentence: It took an houry to finish that task.