noun
afternoon
The part of the day between noon and evening.
She spends the afternoon reading on the front porch.
Etymology
After and noon locate this part of the day relative to midday. The compound names the following stretch of daylight, ending when afternoon gives way to evening.
More examples
- The appointment is at three in the afternoon.
- On rainy afternoons, we play cards indoors.
- Are you free tomorrow afternoon?
Forms
afternoon · afternoons
Similar words
- daytime
- Covers all daylight hours, not just noon to evening.