Definitions for 'afternoon':
Below, we have different definitions or meanings of the word afternoon. These different definitions are grouped based on the different parts of speech. You will also find examples for every definition if available
Noun: Nouns are words that represent people, places, things, or ideas.
UK: /af.təɾˈnʉːn/
US: /ˌɑːf.tə.ˈnuːn/
Definition 1
The part of the day from noon or lunchtime until sunset, evening, or suppertime or 6pm.
Definition 2
The later part of anything, often with implications of decline.
Definition 3
A party or social event held in the afternoon.
Adverb : Adverbs modify verbs, adjectives, or other adverbs to provide more information about how something is done.
UK: /af.təɾˈnʉːn/
US: /ˌɑːf.tə.ˈnuːn/
Definition 1
(more often in the plural) In the afternoon.
Part of Speech: Interjection. Interjections are short exclamatory words or phrases that convey strong emotions.
UK: /af.təɾˈnʉːn/
US: /ˌɑːf.tə.ˈnuːn/
Definition 1
Clipping of good afternoon.
Synonyms and Antonyms
Synonyms: aft, arvo, undern
