Meaning of daytime in English

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  1. Pronunciation
  2. Noun
    1. Definitions
  3. Qualitative Adjective
    1. Definitions

  1. Pronunciation

    /ˈdeɪˌtaɪm/

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  1. Noun

    daytime

    Definitions

    1. the time after sunrise and before sunset while it is light outside

    Examples

    • « the dawn turned night into day »
    • « it is easier to make the repairs in the daytime »

    Antonyms

  2. Qualitative Adjective

    daytime

    Definitions

    1. happening during or appropriate to the day

    Examples

    • « a daytime job »
    • « daytime television »
    • « daytime clothes »

    Antonyms

Famous quotes

  • « 'Days' has always been strong as an icon in TV history, and it's still going on strong and represents the genre of daytime drama so well. I'm proud to be a part of it. »
    Alison Sweeney
  • « I've met so many fans of daytime television who've watched the shows with their moms and grandmas and feel like they've known the characters their whole lives. It's sad for them to have to say goodbye to their favorite soaps and characters. We don't want that to happen to the 'Days' fans. »
    Alison Sweeney
  • « Dreams say what they mean, but they don't say it in daytime language. »
    Gail Godwin
  • « I'm a fan of daytime drama I totally get it. When we are doing scenes that are romantic or will get the audience riled up, I feel like I'm a fan in the room going, 'People are going to be so mad right now!' »
    Alison Sweeney
  • « The magazine, the daytime show, we've always tried to write affordable, accessible. Those are key words for us, and I do mean us, a huge staff of people at the magazine who love to cook affordable, friendly food that helps families eat better for less. »
    Rachael Ray

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