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nightspot

noun · 2 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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1

noun

Meaning 1

An establishment that is open late at night, especially one that provides entertainment, such as a nightclub.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

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Meaning relationships

Synonyms: none provided

Antonyms: none provided

2

noun

Meaning 2

a spot that is open late at night and that provides entertainment (as singers or dancers) as well as dancing and food and drink

Definition source: Princeton WordNet 3.0

Examples

  • don't expect a good meal at a cabaret
  • the gossip columnist got his information by visiting nightclubs every night
  • he played the drums at a jazz club

Meaning relationships

Synonyms: cabaret, nightclub, night club, club

Antonyms: none provided

Broader terms: spot

Narrower terms: honkytonk, dive, supper club

History

Etymology

From night + spot.