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Nighthawk

Verb / ˈnaɪˌthɔ:k / Another word for nighthawk — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

a nocturnal bird of the nightjar family, with long wings and a short bill.

Synonyms & similar words

nightbird bullbat nightowl mosquitohawk nightjar whip-poor-will chuck-will's-widow goatsucker sennight sennit sevnight nightbird chordophone cordophone

Example sentences

  1. The nighthawk is a bird that hunts insects at night.
  2. Nighthawks are known for their distinctive calls at night.
  3. I heard the call of a nighthawk while camping in the woods.
  4. Nighthawks are often seen flying over fields and meadows.
  5. The nighthawk's wings make a distinctive sound as it flies.

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  • The nighthawk is a bird of the night, a creature of the shadows, with long wings and a short bill.
  • The nighthawk is a symbol of the night, a creature of mystery and wonder, with wings that span the darkness.
  • The nighthawk is a creature of the night, a hunter of the skies, with a call that echoes through the darkness.

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