Meaning & Definition of word "Sundown"
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Sundown
/ˈsʌnˌdaʊn/
noun:
- 1. The time in the evening when the sun sets below the horizon.
- Example: We set up our camp just before sundown to enjoy the beautiful view.
- 2. The period of twilight following the sunset.
- Example: As sundown approached, the sky turned shades of pink and orange.
- 3. A colloquial term for the time of day when one should stop working or engaging in activities outside.
- Example: The farmers knew it was time to head home at sundown.
Etymology
The term 'sundown' comes from the combination of 'sun' and 'down', indicating the setting of the sun.
Common Phrases and Expressions
sundown town:
A town that is known for excluding people of certain races after sunset.
sundown syndrome:
A phenomenon where individuals with dementia become more confused or agitated in the late afternoon or evening.
Related Words
sunrise:
The time in the morning when the sun rises above the horizon.
dusk:
The darker stage of twilight, occurring just after sunset.
nocturnal:
Active during the night.