Eve

Podcast 1 · Introduction

Eve

A documentary-style narration: origin, meaning, and feel.

Part of speech

noun

Pronunciation

EEV  /iːv/

Definition

The evening or day before an important event or occasion. Also used figuratively for the period immediately before a significant change.

Plain meaning

The day, evening, or moment just before something important happens.

Register

Slightly literary or elevated. At home in both ceremonial language and poetic prose.