nighthawk

/ˈnʌɪthɔːk//ˈnaɪthɑk/

noun

  1. 1

    A nightjar, especially Caprimulgus europaeus.

  2. 2

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

  3. 3

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

  4. 4

    A nighthawker.

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