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Eventide Definition & Meaning

eventide
noun
  1. the latter part of the day (the period of decreasing daylight from late afternoon until nightfall); "he enjoyed the evening light across the lake"

"Eventide" in song lyrics

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  • "rubies of eventide"
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  • "www.gotsport.com events eventide 548"
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Frequently asked questions

What does eventide mean?
the latter part of the day (the period of decreasing daylight from late afternoon until nightfall); "he enjoyed the evening light across the lake"
What part of speech is eventide?
Eventide is a noun.

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