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Definition of forenoon

forenoon

/ˈfɔːr.nuːn/
fore · noon
Plural:forenoons
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Adjective:forenoon
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• noun

1

The part of the day before midday; the morning, especially the period between sunrise or breakfast and noon.

Example

"We spent the entire forenoon tending to the orchard before resting in the shade at midday."

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• adjective

1

Occurring, taking place, or appointed for the time between sunrise and midday; relating to the morning.

Example

"The ship's crew assembled on deck at eight o'clock to begin the forenoon watch."

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• Nearby Words

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forensically
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Word Origin & Etymology

Formed in Middle English around 1400 from the prefix 'fore-' (before) and 'noon' (midday), modeled directly as a parallel to 'afternoon'.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Forenoon. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/forenoon
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