lateness
US /ˈleɪt.nəs/
UK /ˈleɪt.nəs/

1.
迟到, 晚点
the state or condition of being late
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Her habitual lateness for meetings was a constant source of frustration.
她开会习惯性迟到是令人沮丧的根源。
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The lateness of the hour made them decide to postpone the discussion.
时间已晚,他们决定推迟讨论。