Gloaming is a term used to describe the period of time between day and night. It is also known as NIGHTFALL, TWILIGHT, DUSK, EVE, and een. NIGHTFALL is a nine letter word that refers to the time when the sun sets and darkness begins to fall. TWILIGHT is an eight letter word that describes the period of time between day and night when the sky is still illuminated by the sun. DUSK is a four letter word that refers to the time when the sun has set and the sky is darkening. EVE is a three letter word that is used to describe the evening before a special event or holiday. Een is a three letter word that is used to describe the evening before a special event or holiday in Scotland.