Dusk

/dʌsk/

Meaning & Definition

noun

the time of day immediately following sunset, characterized by a soft, diffuse light.

We enjoyed walking along the beach at dusk, as the sky turned shades of purple and orange.

the period of partial darkness between day and night.

Dusk fell quickly, casting long shadows across the park.

the last stage of twilight, when the sky is darkening.

Birds often sing during dusk, providing a melody as night approaches.

a time of decline or fading, metaphorically indicating the end of something.

The dusk of his career was marked by fewer public appearances and more introspection.

From Old English 'dūsc', related to the concept of dim light.

dusk to dawn

Referring to the entire night, from evening until morning.

twilight

The time between daylight and darkness.

evening

The later part of the day and early part of the night.

nightfall

The time for the onset of night.

Dusk dive

Let's go for a dusk dive and see the underwater life at night.

Dusk till dawn party

We're having a dusk till dawn party at my place this weekend.