Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
post-meridiem
adverb
/ˌpoʊst.məˈrɪ.di.ɛm/
Definition
The period of the day after noon, typically referred to as PM.
Examples
- The meeting is scheduled for 3 PM, which is post-meridiem.
- She prefers to eat lunch post-meridiem at around 1:30 PM.
- The train departs post-meridiem, so we should arrive at the station early.
Meaning
A Latin phrase meaning ‘after midday.’ It is used to denote the time from 12:00 noon to midnight in a 12-hour clock system.
Synonyms
- PM
- Afternoon
- Post-noon
