Mid-afternoon (noun)

1. The middle part of the afternoon, typically from around 3 to 5 pm.
2. The time of day that falls between early afternoon and early evening, usually around 3 to 5 pm.

Origin:

Compound word made of "mid" meaning in the middle and "afternoon" meaning the part of the day after noon and before evening.

Examples:

1. I always feel sleepy in the mid-afternoon.
2. She took a nap during the mid-afternoon.
3. The store is closed during mid-afternoon for lunch break.
4. The weather is usually hot in the mid-afternoon.
5. The mid-afternoon sun was shining brightly.