Choose the perfect synonym or antonym for the word A unit of time equal to 60 minutes, often used to measure durations.
Hour
/aʊə/Synonyms:
Antonyms:
This word has no antonymsExamples:
Rain held up play for an hour.
Until a few hours ago we didn't think you'd make it.
After half an hour the pack went away.
Etymology:
The word hour originates from the Latin word hora, which was borrowed from the Greek word hōra, meaning a period of time or season. The word has been in use since around the 13th century.
Usage Statistics:
326 mentions per 1 million words 
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