Definitions

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  • noun slang The time when food is eaten; a mealtime.

Etymologies

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chow +‎ time

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Examples

  • Antiques Roadshow's dusty appraiser, David Gallager, will be on hand for appraisals, followed by a chowtime lecture, "Digesting Antiques" (burp!).

    Eight Day Week 2003

  • For example, before giving the dog its food, you might announce “suppertime,” “dinner is ready,” “chowtime,” “mess call,” or, “Luncheon will be served in the main dining room.”

    How to Speak Dog Stanley Coren 2000

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