Hour Definition & Meaning
hour
- noun
- a period of time equal to 1/24th of a day; "the job will take more than an hour"
- clock time; "the hour is getting late"
- a special and memorable period; "it was their finest hour"
- distance measured by the time taken to cover it; "we live an hour from the airport"; "its just 10 minutes away"
"Hour" in song lyrics
See how hour is used in real songs:
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"money and power, screamin dollar by the hour"
2Phace f/ Slim Thug — Shake Somethin -
"The minute of the second the minute and the hour"
7A3 — 7A3 Will Rock You -
"Got a show in an hour"
A+ f/ Mr. Cheeks — Up Top New York
Words that rhyme with hour
Usage tips for "hour"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "hour" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for hour to find words that pair well.
Use "hour" in a verse
Now that you know what "hour" means, try using it in your own lyrics:
Generate a verseFrequently asked questions
- What does hour mean?
- a period of time equal to 1/24th of a day; "the job will take more than an hour" clock time; "the hour is getting late" a special and memorable period; "it was their finest hour" distance measured by the time taken to cover it; "we live an hour from the airport"; "its just 10 minutes away"
- What part of speech is hour?
- Hour is a noun.
- How many definitions does hour have?
- Hour has 4 definitions across 1 part of speech (noun).