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Nightcap Definition & Meaning

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

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

Usage tips for "nightcap"

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Frequently asked questions

What does nightcap mean?
an alcoholic drink taken at bedtime; often alcoholic a cloth cap worn in bed the final game of a double header
What part of speech is nightcap?
Nightcap is a noun.
How many definitions does nightcap have?
Nightcap has 3 definitions across 1 part of speech (noun).

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