| Main Entry: | afternoon |
| Part of Speech: | noun |
| Definition: | period after 12 noon and before sunset |
Synonyms: |
P.M., cocktail hour, post meridian, siesta, teatime |
| Main Entry: | afternoon tea |
| Part of Speech: | noun |
| Definition: | light midafternoon meal of tea and sandwiches or cakes |
Synonyms: |
cream tea, five-o'clock tea, high tea, light supper, tea, teatime |