Night

/naɪt/

Meaning & Definition

noun
The period of time between dusk and dawn during which the sky is dark.
The stars sparkle brightly in the night sky.
A time of day during which darkness occurs, typically from sunset to sunrise.
She loves to take long walks at night.
A period of time, usually used in the context of sleep or rest.
After a long day, a good night’s sleep is essential.
A specific evening; often used in contexts such as social gatherings or events.
They planned a movie night with popcorn and snacks.

Etymology

Old English niht; related to Dutch nacht and German Nacht.

Common Phrases and Expressions

good night
A phrase used to wish someone a pleasant night.
night owl
A person who stays up late at night.
nightmare
A frightening or unpleasant dream.
midnight oil
Refers to late-night work or studying.
the dead of night
The time of night when it is very dark and quiet.

Related Words

day
The period of light between sunrise and sunset.
evening
The period of time at the end of the day, usually after sunset.
midnight
The middle of the night; 12 o'clock at night.
dusk
The time just before night when the sun has gone down but it is not completely dark.

Slang Meanings

A night out or party.
We're going out for a wild night!
A term for staying up all night.
I pulled an all-nighter studying for my exam.