Nighthawk
noun
A type of bird in the nightjar family, known for its silent flight and calls during twilight hours.
The nighthawk can often be seen soaring through the dusk sky.
Usage tips
Neutral
birdwatching, nocturnal species, wildlife observation
noun
Colloquially, a person who stays up late or works at night.
As a true nighthawk, he was always most productive after dark.
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Informal
night owl, late-night worker, insomniac
noun
A type of bird in the nightjar family, known for its silent flight and calls during twilight hours.
The nighthawk can often be seen soaring through the dusk sky.
Usage tips
Neutral
birdwatching, nocturnal species, wildlife observation
noun
Colloquially, a person who stays up late or works at night.
As a true nighthawk, he was always most productive after dark.
Usage tips
Informal
night owl, late-night worker, insomniac
Definition 1 of 2
Pro Tip 1/3Nightwatcher
People who are active at night are often referred to as nightwatchers.
Many artists and writers find their creativity peaks during the night.
Pro Tip 2/3Nocturnal bird
A bird that is primarily active during the night is termed nocturnal.
Knowing about nocturnal birds enriches one's understanding of wildlife.
Pro Tip 3/3Cultural symbol
In literature, nighthawks can symbolize mystery and the unknown.
Nighthawks often represent the unexplored aspects of life.
Pro Tip 1/3Nightwatcher
People who are active at night are often referred to as nightwatchers.
Many artists and writers find their creativity peaks during the night.
Pro Tip 2/3Nocturnal bird
A bird that is primarily active during the night is termed nocturnal.
Knowing about nocturnal birds enriches one's understanding of wildlife.
Pro Tip 3/3Cultural symbol
In literature, nighthawks can symbolize mystery and the unknown.
Nighthawks often represent the unexplored aspects of life.
Pro Tip 1/3Nightwatcher
People who are active at night are often referred to as nightwatchers.
Many artists and writers find their creativity peaks during the night.
Pro Tip 2/3Nocturnal bird
A bird that is primarily active during the night is termed nocturnal.
Knowing about nocturnal birds enriches one's understanding of wildlife.
Pro Tip 3/3Cultural symbol
In literature, nighthawks can symbolize mystery and the unknown.
Nighthawks often represent the unexplored aspects of life.
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