nightcap
What is another word for nightcap? Here is its meaning, with related words and examples.
Noun — An alcoholic drink taken shortly before going to bed.
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How to use nightcap
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
have a nightcap
a whisky nightcap
Etymology
From night + cap — originally the literal sleeping cap, with the "bedtime drink" sense developing later by association.
Full origin of nightcap →Frequently asked questions
What does “nightcap” mean?
The word “nightcap” means an alcoholic drink taken shortly before going to bed. In plain terms, either a bedtime drink or, in older usage, a cloth cap worn to bed.
How do you pronounce “nightcap”?
“Nightcap” is pronounced NYT-kap (/ˈnaɪtˌkæp/ in IPA).
How do you use “nightcap” in a sentence?
Here is “nightcap” used in a sentence: “He liked a small whisky as a nightcap.”
What part of speech is “nightcap”?
“Nightcap” is a noun.
How many meanings does “nightcap” have?
“Nightcap” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: an alcoholic drink taken shortly before going to bed.
