bankers' hours

See also: banker's hours

English

Alternative forms

• banker's hours

Etymology

From the traditional opening hours of banks in the 1800s, and in some parts of the United States, maintained until the 1960s.

Pronunciation

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Noun

bankers' hours pl (plural only)

1. The time period between 10 a.m. and 3 p.m. of a day.
2. (figuratively) Any easy job, especially one with a short working day.