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Postmeridian

Description:

Postmeridian is an adjective that refers to the time period after noon or midday. It is commonly abbreviated as "p.m." and is used to differentiate between morning and afternoon hours.

Senses:

1. Time:

In this sense, postmeridian describes the period of time between noon and midnight.

2. 24-hour Clock:

This sense of postmeridian is used in the 24-hour clock system, where it designates the hours between 12:00 p.m. (noon) and 11:59 p.m. (midnight).

Samples Sentences:

1. He always schedules his meetings for the postmeridian hours.
2. The postmeridian sun was scorching hot.
3. I have a doctor's appointment at 3:30 p.m.
4. Postmeridian is often referred to as the afternoon or evening.
5. After a tiring day at work, he prefers to relax postmeridian in his backyard.

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