Afternoon Definition & Meaning
afternoon
- noun
- the part of the day between noon and evening; "he spent a quiet afternoon in the park"
- a conventional expression of greeting or farewell
"Afternoon" in song lyrics
See how afternoon is used in real songs:
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"Camaraderie with your boys on a Sunday afternoon"
3 Melancholy Gypsies — And If -
"cauterized by the zippo he had stole that afternoon"
Aesop Rock — Fast Cars -
"plug it in, turn it on, say goodbye to Sunday afternoon"
AesopROCK — Basic Cable
Words that rhyme with afternoon
Usage tips for "afternoon"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "afternoon" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for afternoon to find words that pair well.
Use "afternoon" in a verse
Now that you know what "afternoon" means, try using it in your own lyrics:
Generate a verseFrequently asked questions
- What does afternoon mean?
- the part of the day between noon and evening; "he spent a quiet afternoon in the park" a conventional expression of greeting or farewell
- What part of speech is afternoon?
- Afternoon is a noun.
- How many definitions does afternoon have?
- Afternoon has 2 definitions across 1 part of speech (noun).