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Forenoon

usgb/ˈfɔːrnuːn/Volume
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Forenoon is specific to the period before noon but after sunrise, not early morning or pre-dawn hours. SlideShe went jogging in the forenoon, just after breakfast.
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Archaic UsagePlay
Forenoon is rarely used in modern English; 'morning' is far more common now. SlideGrandfather would say 'forenoon' while I'd just say 'morning'.
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Regional PreferencePlay
Some UK regions and older texts may still use 'forenoon', giving a traditional or historical feel. SlideThe meeting is set for the forenoon, as per the old British schedule.