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night-active

|night-ac-tive|

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/naɪt ˈæktɪv/

active at night

Etymology
Etymology Information

The term 'night-active' is a compound word formed from 'night' and 'active'. 'Night' originates from Old English 'niht', while 'active' comes from Latin 'activus'.

Historical Evolution

'Night' evolved from Old English 'niht', and 'active' from Latin 'activus', through Old French 'actif'.

Meaning Changes

The term 'night-active' has consistently referred to activity occurring during nighttime.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Adjective 1

being active during the night.

Owls are night-active creatures.

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Last updated: 2025/05/04 16:47