meridienne

/mɛʁidjɛn/

Definitions

1. noun

A midday meal, typically lighter than a full lunch

“The office staff usually takes a break for a meridienne at noon.”

2. noun

A vertical line on a map or chart that marks the middle of the day, or a line on a sundial

“The meridienne on the old sundial was still visible despite the weathering.”

Synonyms

  • lunch
  • noonday meal
  • repast

Antonyms

  • dinner
  • evening meal