Nightcap Definition

nightcap
noun
  1. an alcoholic drink taken at bedtime; often alcoholic
  2. a cloth cap worn in bed
  3. the final game of a double header

"Nightcap" in song lyrics

See how nightcap is used in real songs:

  • "a late night lounge for a quiet nightcap."
    AOL — AOL

Usage tips for "nightcap"

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