nighttime

Word parts

night + time

Pronunciation

• IPA ^(key): /ˈnaɪtˌtaɪm/

Noun

Singular nighttime

Plural nighttimes

1. (uncountable) Nighttime is the time when the moon is out; when it isn't in the day.
2. (countable & uncountable) Period from 18:00 until 05:59. (remembering that the times are in 24-hour format)
   • Synonyms: night and nite
   • Antonym: daytime

   Right now it is nighttime in London.