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nighthawk.

A nightjar, especially Caprimulgus europaeus (Eurasian nightjar).

9 characters2 syllables approx.English language

Meaning & usage

noun/ˈnʌɪthɔːk/UK/ˈnaɪthɑk/US
  1. A nightjar, especially Caprimulgus europaeus (Eurasian nightjar).

    UK · regional
  2. A New World nightjar of the genus Chordeiles, especially Chordeiles minor.

    US
  3. A person whose preference or custom is to remain awake and active during the night and the early morning hours.

  4. A nighthawker (metal detectorist who works illegally at night).

  5. An unlicensed prostitute who worked the roadsides at night.

    Japan · historical
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From night + hawk.

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Last enriched 2026-09-10. Definitions are in English. Romanizations are shown when supplied by the source; syllable estimates are omitted for unsupported scripts.