Definitions

1. noun

the period of darkness between sunset and sunrise, typically from evening to morning.

“She went for a walk in the night to clear her mind.”

2. noun

a period of time during which something is happening or being done, especially a period of sleep.

“He had a good night’s sleep after a long day of work.”

3. noun

a dark or gloomy period in one’s life.

“She went through a difficult night after the breakup.”

4. noun

a period of entertainment, especially at night, such as a concert or show.

“We went to see a movie on a night out with friends.”

5. verb

to remain awake and alert, especially to guard something.

“He was on night duty to watch the security cameras.”

6. verb

to be active or successful, especially in a particular field or activity.

“She nighted it as a writer, publishing several bestselling novels.”

7. verb

to make or do something at night, especially secretly.

“They nighted their plans to steal the valuable jewels.”

8. verb

to be or become active or alert, especially at night.

“The cat nighted in the backyard, hunting for mice.”

9. adverb

at night.

“He worked nights as a delivery driver.”

10. adverb

during the night.

“The baby slept through the night and didn’t wake up until morning.”