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Meaning of nighthawk

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nighthawk

Pronunciation:/ˈnʌɪthɔːk//ˈnaɪthɑk/

noun

Definitions

  1. A nightjar, especially Caprimulgus europaeus.

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

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

  4. A nighthawker.