Afterglow

noun

Word Frequency: 0.2

Definitions

1.nounThe glow seen in the sky after sunset.

2.nounThe light emitted by an incandescent object while cooling.

3.nounThe light emitted by a phosphor after excitation.

4.nounThe mildly euphoric feeling experienced after a pleasurable experience, especially after an orgasm or drug-induced high.

5.nounAn afterparty.

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