VESPERTINE


Meaning of VESPERTINE in English

adj.

Pronunciation: ' ves-p ə r- ˌ t ī n

Function: adjective

Etymology: Latin vespertinus, from vesper

Date: 15th century

1 : of, relating to, or occurring in the evening < vespertine shadows>

2 : active, flowering, or flourishing in the evening : CREPUSCULAR

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