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nighttime

/ˈnaɪt.taim/ noun · British & US
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What does nighttime mean?

noun

The time of day when the sun is below the horizon, typically from evening to morning. The period of darkness between sunset and sunrise.

Example

"The nighttime sky was filled with stars and a bright moon."

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