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CST

n. uncountable
B2 Upper Intermediate cst

n. Stands for Central Standard Time. A time zone used in parts of North America and Central America that is six hours behind the time in London.

n. Abbreviation for Central Standard Time. A time zone observed in central parts of North America, including parts of the United States, Canada, and Mexico, defined as UTC-6.


SIMPLE

The meeting starts at 10:00 AM CST.

CONTEXTUAL

Please remember to adjust your calendar invites because the webinar is scheduled for 3:00 PM CST, not your local time.

Usage

Typically used as a post-modifier after a specific time or in formal scheduling contexts.

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