phrase
nighty
Nighty (phrase) means an informal shortening of "nighty night," used as a casual way of saying good night. Example: “Nighty, see you in the morning!”
phrase
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An informal shortening of "nighty night," used as a casual way of saying good night.
"Nighty, see you in the morning!"
noun
1
An informal spelling variant of "nightie" (a nightdress).
"She was still in her nighty at noon."
How to use nighty
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA cutesy, informal way to say good night, or an alternate spelling of "nightie."
When to use it
Very informal, often used with children.
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Etymology
From night + -y, a playful diminutive suffix used in casual speech.
Rhymes for nighty
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What does “nighty” mean?
The word “nighty” means an informal shortening of "nighty night," used as a casual way of saying good night. In plain terms, a cutesy, informal way to say good night, or an alternate spelling of "nightie.".
How do you use “nighty” in a sentence?
Here is “nighty” used in a sentence: “Nighty, see you in the morning!”
What part of speech is “nighty”?
Depending on how it is used, “nighty” can be a phrase and a noun.
How many meanings does “nighty” have?
“Nighty” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: an informal shortening of "nighty night," used as a casual way of saying good night.
