Overnight

/ˈoʊvərˌnaɪt/

Meaning & Definition

adjective
Taking place or remaining for the duration of the night.
They had an overnight camping trip planned for the weekend.
Happening or arising very quickly.
The company experienced overnight success after launching their new product.
adverb
During the night; from evening until morning.
We decided to stay overnight at the hotel.
Suddenly or unexpectedly, typically within a short period of time.
She became famous overnight after her performance.

Etymology

From the phrase 'over the night', indicating something happening throughout the night.

Common Phrases and Expressions

overnight success
A sudden and often unexpected success.
overnight shipping
Shipping that allows items to arrive the next day.
overnight bag
A small bag used for a short trip.

Related Words

overnight stay
A stay for one night.
overnighter
A person who stays overnight.
overnight camp
A camp where participants stay overnight.

Slang Meanings

To become very successful or famous in a short time.
He hit it big overnight.
To do something very quickly or with a quick turnaround.
I need that report done overnight.