afternoon Definition
the part of the day between noon and evening, typically from 12 p.m. to 6 p.m..
Using afternoon: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "afternoon" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
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I have a meeting scheduled for this afternoon.
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She likes to take a nap in the afternoon.
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We usually have tea in the afternoon.
afternoon Synonyms and Antonyms
Phrases with afternoon
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The receptionist greeted me with a smile and said, 'Good afternoon.'
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I like to spend my Sunday afternoons reading a book or taking a walk.
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We arrived at the beach in the late afternoon and stayed until sunset.
Origins of afternoon
from Middle English 'afternone'
Summary: afternoon in Brief
The term 'afternoon' [ˌæf.tərˈnuːn] refers to the period of the day between noon and evening, typically from 12 p.m. to 6 p.m. It is a time when people often have meetings, take naps, or have tea. Phrases like 'good afternoon' and 'Sunday afternoon' use 'afternoon' to denote a time of day, while 'late afternoon' refers to the latter part of the afternoon.