"After-dinner" has several synonyms, including "postprandial," "after-feast," "postmeal," and "afters." Each of these words can be used to describe the period of time directly following a meal, specifically dinner. The word "postprandial" is often used in medical contexts to refer to the physiological changes that take place after eating. "After-feast" carries a more celebratory connotation and is often used in the context of holiday or special event meals. "Postmeal" is a straightforward descriptor of the time after a meal, while "afters" can refer specifically to dessert or other sweet treats enjoyed after dinner.