post-midnight
post-midnight is the alternative form of postmidnight.
Meaning of postmidnight
Adjective
postmidnight (not comparable)
- After midnight, but before dawn.
- Near-synonym: predawn
- Synonyms:
- wee hour, predawn, wee hours, small hours, wee small hours, early hours
Origin of post-midnight
From post- + midnight.
Questions about post-midnight
- What is post-midnight the alternative form of?
- Post-midnight is the alternative form of postmidnight.
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