Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
pm
abbreviation
/ˌpiːˈɛm/
Definition
A period of time that comes after noon, typically used to designate afternoon and evening hours in a 12-hour clock system.
Examples
- The meeting is scheduled for 3 pm.
- Please arrive by 5:30 pm for dinner.
- The train departs at 10:15 pm.
Meaning
PM stands for ‘post meridiem,’ which is Latin for ‘after midday.’ It indicates the time from 12:00 noon until 11:59 at night.
Synonyms
- afternoon
- evening
