Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

five-oclock-shadow

noun

/ˌfaɪv əˈklɒk ˈʃædoʊ/

Definition

The stubble that appears on a man’s face by the end of the day, typically after not shaving since the morning.

Examples

After a long day at work, he returned home with a noticeable five-o’clock shadow.
The actor sported a fashionable five-o’clock shadow, adding to his rugged appearance.
Despite his five-o’clock shadow, he still looked presentable for the event.

Meaning

This term refers to the short, dark hairs that become noticeable on a man’s face as the day progresses, particularly recognizable in the late afternoon or early evening.