second shift

noun — 2 senses

second shift

noun
1

A regularly scheduled period of work, and the second one in the standard working day of any particular company: usually in the afternoon through evening, and often from 4:00 p.m. to midnight.

2

A group of workers who work during this time slot.

Related terms
shiftwork

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