Nighthawk Definition

nighthawk
noun
  1. a person who likes to be active late at night
  2. mainly nocturnal North American goatsucker

"Nighthawk" in song lyrics

See how nighthawk is used in real songs:

  • "just a nighthawk"
    Slimm Calhoun — This Young G
  • "honda nighthawk 750"
    AOL — AOL
  • "honda nighthawk"
    AOL — AOL

Usage tips for "nighthawk"

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