nightcap

noun

Definition of nightcapnext
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as in Stetson

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as in aperitif

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Recent Examples of nightcap Now, a new tenant has been announced for folks looking for a nightcap. — Ella Gonzales, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 14 Aug. 2026 After a late night meal at an Indian restaurant followed by a nightcap at the crew's favorite Italian restaurant, a season's worth of suspicions comes bubbling up for Tony in the form of a violent episode of food poisoning. — Austin Perry Outkick, FOXNews.com, 5 Aug. 2026 Meanwhile, maybe the best rivalry in the league picks up where Game 7 of the West finals last spring left off in the nightcap. — David Aldridge, New York Times, 24 July 2026 Double doors leading from the kitchen to a private balcony invite guests to enjoy a morning cup of coffee or nightcap while taking in an impressive view of the city. — Audrey Lee, Architectural Digest, 23 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for nightcap
Recent Examples of Synonyms for nightcap
  1. homburg
  2. aperitif
  3. nightgown
  4. beret
  5. tipple
  6. nightshirt
  7. sombrero
  8. liquor
Noun
  • Mitchell was the most quietly elegant of men, dressed in a costume—a homburg, a knitted vest, a tweed jacket—that seemed unchanged since the thirties, and speaking in a soft but confident North Carolina accent.
    — Adam Gopnik, New Yorker, 17 Aug. 2025
  • Optimo stocks a variety of styles, including homburgs, porkpies, straw Panamas, and fedoras, the last of which is seen here.
    — Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 3 Mar. 2024
Definition of homburg
Noun
  • Vermouth is a lower-proof aperitif flavored with herbs, roots, spices, citrus and other botanicals, typically landing somewhere between 15% and 22% ABV—considerably gentler than the roughly 40% ABV of many familiar spirits.
    — Devin Parr, Forbes.com, 21 Aug. 2026
  • The aperitif hails from Italy and was developed by Casa Luigi Sarti & Figli, a historic distillery established in Bologna in 1885.
    — Angelica Stabile, FOXNews.com, 16 Aug. 2026
Definition of aperitif
Noun
  • From perfectly bridal pajama sets to sweet robes to delicate nightgowns both long and short, here are 24 options to consider.
    — Lea Donenberg, Vogue, 18 Aug. 2026
  • In the building across the street, an old woman came out onto her balcony in a nightgown, a toddler in tow, and began banging a pot.
    — Daniel Castro, New Yorker, 18 Aug. 2026
Definition of nightgown
Noun
  • On the other hand, this education leads some to overdress—that hyper-graphic maxi dress paired with a neon pink beret is going to clash with the more subdued, elegant looks that stylish Parisians tend to sport.
    — Matt Ortile, Condé Nast Traveler, 31 Aug. 2026
  • Plus, style your early-fall looks with a blazer insert and beret to look instantly more polished.
    — Caitlyn Fitzpatrick, InStyle, 18 Aug. 2026
Definition of beret
Noun
  • At the end of the day, treat yourself to a seaside tipple at Mystic’s waterfront bar Red 36 or dinner at The Shipwright’s Daughter, which offers seasonal fare from local purveyors.
    — Jessica Puckett, Condé Nast Traveler, 2 Sep. 2026
  • Then sink into one of the squidgy bouclé sofas with a tipple – all of the wines offered by the glass there are made by female winemakers.
    — Ann Lee, TheWeek, 19 Aug. 2026
Definition of tipple
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  • The Yellow Kid was a big bald baby of a boy, with jug ears, a gap-toothed grin, and a long yellow nightshirt.
    — Alexandra Schwartz, New Yorker, 9 Feb. 2026
  • Petite Plume also sells silk pajama sets and nightshirts in whimsical prints, to make for a memorable gift.
    — Tanya Benedicto Klich, Forbes, 16 Dec. 2024
Definition of nightshirt
Noun
  • The eight-pitch battle ended in Ohtani being fitted for a golden sombrero after his fourth strikeout of the night.
    — Fabian Ardaya, New York Times, 3 Sep. 2026
  • At a festive press conference, Moreno handed a sombrero to then-skipper Mike Scioscia to wear, then announced that the first order of business was to cut beer prices.
    — Gustavo Arellano, Los Angeles Times, 1 Sep. 2026
Definition of sombrero
Noun
  • Though most grocery stores and liquor stores remain open for Labor Day, some establishments also take part in the federal holiday.
    — Ella Gonzales, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 4 Sep. 2026
  • Ecology officials were notified that 250,000 gallons (946,353 liters) of black liquor was discharging into and out of the containment area, according to emails among investigators.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 4 Sep. 2026
Definition of liquor

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