Afternoon
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Afternoon is the period between noon and evening.[1] The term lacks a precise definition because it was in use long before accurate time-pieces became widespread. Hence, words and phrases that refer to general periods in the day were more practical.
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Overview [edit]
The term should not be confused with "after noon" (two separate words), which is a translation of the Latin post meridiem (p.m.), meaning a time of day between 12:00 midday and 12:00 midnight.
In Australia and New Zealand, "arvo" is slang for afternoon.[2]
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References [edit]
- ^ "Afternoon". Merriam-Webster. Retrieved 15 June 2012.
- ^ "What is some common Australian word usage?". Retrieved 11 September 2012.
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Media related to Afternoon at Wikimedia Commons
The dictionary definition of afternoon at Wiktionary
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