Midafternoon

/ˌmɪd.æf.tərˈnuːn/

Meaning & Definition

noun

the period of time in the afternoon that falls between 2:00 PM and 4:00 PM.

We decided to take a short break in midafternoon to enjoy some snacks.

often used to refer to the time when work or activities slow down.

Midafternoon is a great time for a quick coffee break.

a common time for scheduling appointments or meetings as it avoids the rush of early afternoon.

The doctor has availability for a check-up in midafternoon.

the time when the sun is typically at its peak in the afternoon.

We could feel the heat intensifying as we walked outside in midafternoon.

a time often associated with the onset of fatigue during the day.

I always feel a bit sleepy during midafternoon after my lunch.

Derived from 'mid-' meaning middle and 'afternoon' which denotes the time after noon.

midafternoon slump

A time when people feel a drop in energy levels during the midafternoon.

midafternoon snack

A small meal or food eaten in the middle of the afternoon.

midafternoon meeting

A scheduled gathering that takes place in the midafternoon hours.

afternoon

The period of the day from noon to evening.

lunch

A meal eaten in the middle of the day.

siesta

A short nap taken in the early afternoon, often after lunch.

3 PM energy dip

I always hit a 3 PM energy dip during midafternoon.

Midday break

Let’s take a midday break around midafternoon for coffee.