two-hour

UK: ˈtuːˌaʊə | US: ˈtuˌaʊər

Definition

  1. adj. lasting for two hours

Structure
two <number 2>hour <60 minutes>
Etymology

The word "two-hour" is a straightforward compound adjective formed by combining the numeral "two" (from Old English "twā") and "hour" (from Old French "hore," ultimately derived from Latin "hōra" and Greek "hōra," meaning a fixed period of time). The compound directly describes a duration of two hours, adhering to English's pattern of combining numerals with time units (e.g., "five-minute," "three-day").

Examples

  1. The meeting was scheduled as a two-hour session.

  2. She completed the two-hour exam with time to spare.

  3. The film is a two-hour epic about ancient battles.

  4. We took a two-hour break to recharge.

  5. The workshop includes a two-hour hands-on activity.