Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
nighttime
noun
/ˈnaɪt.taɪm/
Definition
The period of time during the night when it is dark outside.
Examples
- During nighttime, the stars become visible in the clear sky.
- Many animals are nocturnal and prefer to be active during nighttime.
Meaning
Nighttime refers to the hours after sunset until sunrise, when most people are at rest and the natural light from the sun is absent.
Synonyms
- night
- evening
- darkness
