nocturnal

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Pronunciation
/nɒkˈtɜː(ɹ)nəl/
/nɑkˈtɚnəl/
Noun
2 definition(s)
1 Definition

A person or creature that is active at night.

2 Definition

A device for telling the time at night, rather like a sundial but read according to the stars.

Synonyms
star clock
Adjective
2 definition(s)
1 Definition

(of a person, creature, group, or species) Primarily active during the night.

Example Sentences
  • nocturnal birds
2 Definition

(of an occurrence) Taking place at night, nightly.

Example Sentences
  • a suspicious nocturnal outing