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Greenwich Mean Time

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/ˈɡrɛnɪtʃ min taɪm/
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the time as measured at Greenwich, London, on the line of 0° longitude, used to calculate the time across the globe

  • The flight schedule was based on Greenwich Mean Time.
  • He adjusted his watch to Greenwich Mean Time for the international call.
  • All time zones are calculated relative to Greenwich Mean Time.
  • To convert local time to Greenwich Mean Time, subtract or add the appropriate hours.
  • Scientists use Greenwich Mean Time to standardize observations across different locations.