Meanings
From the traditional opening hours of banks in the 1800s, and in some parts of the United States, maintained until the 1960s.
How to pronounce "bankers' hours":
AU
The time period between 10 a.m. and 3 p.m. of a day.
Any easy job, especially one with a short working day.
Example Sentences
1
He works from 9 to 5 and takes a long lunch break. He keeps bankers' hours.
2
The store opens at 10 am and closes at 4 pm, definitely not bankers' hours.
3
During the holidays, most businesses operate on bankers' hours.
4
She always leaves the office promptly at 4 pm, sticking to bankers' hours.
5
The restaurant stays open until midnight, catering to customers who don't keep bankers' hours.
