face time

See also: facetime

English

Noun

face time (uncountable)

1. Time spent in visual communication with another party (as opposed to communication over the phone, via e-mail, instant messaging, etc.).
   • 1979, Proceedings of the Illinois Mining Institute‎^[1], volume 87:

     page 128: T_F = Face time in minutes = 480 — lunch — travel in time — travel out time
     page 131: Likewise, a critical I.E. analysis of travel time can show quickly whether or not there is any potential for increased face time from improved […]

2. Time spent visibly at one's workplace to satisfy expectations about one's working hours, even if this is unneeded or unproductive.
3. (broadcasting) The time during which the presenter's head is shown on screen.

Related terms

• facemail