English Explanatory Dictionary

nightwalker

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A prostitute who looks for clients on the streets.
  2. A vampire.
  3. A noctambulist or sleepwalker.

Pronunciation

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Word forms

nightwalker nightwalkers

Etymology

* night + walker * (vampire): since they are traditionally said to avoid sunlight and go out at night.

Related words

daywalker nightwalking
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