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• Nightclub
  ...onunciation: /ˈnaɪtˌklʌb/) is a venue that is typically open late into the night, where people gather for entertainment such as music, dancing, and socializ ...ainment and music to their patrons late into the night. The term combines "night", referring to the time of day, and "club", referring to a place where peop
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• Nocturnist
  ...ours. The term is derived from the Latin word "nocturnus," meaning "of the night," and the suffix "-ist," which denotes a person who practices a particular ...responsible for admitting and managing patients in the hospital during the night shift.
  2 KB (226 words) - 04:32, 6 February 2024
• Lark
  ...[Owl (chronotype)|owl]], who is more active and alert in the evening or at night. The term originates from the behavior of the lark bird, which is known to ...k bird. The usage of 'lark' to refer to a morning person dates back to the late 19th century.
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• Delayed sleep phase syndrome
  ...to fall asleep until very late at night, with the resulting need to sleep late into the morning or even into the afternoon. Other symptoms may include: * Lifestyle factors, such as late-night work or social activities
  2 KB (315 words) - 22:32, 14 February 2024
• Breakfast
  ...The word in English refers to breaking the fasting period of the previous night. ...ak" and "fast", referring to the end of the fasting period of the previous night. This term originated in the 15th century.
  1 KB (190 words) - 16:33, 5 February 2024
• Light pollution
  ...ibe the negative impact of artificial light on the natural darkness of the night sky. Light pollution is characterized by the brightening of the night sky caused by street lights and other man-made sources, which interferes wi
  2 KB (317 words) - 17:08, 9 February 2024
• Grinding
  ...ion can occur either consciously or unconsciously, during both the day and night. ...crush into small pieces". In the medical context, it was first used in the late 19th century to describe the action of forcefully rubbing the teeth togethe
  2 KB (234 words) - 06:23, 5 February 2024
• Daylily
  ...nother one on the same scape (flower stalk) the next day. Some species are night-blooming. ...range of flower colors, shapes, sizes and blooming characteristics (early/late blooming, re-blooming).
  2 KB (231 words) - 23:33, 4 February 2024
• Sopor
  ...ich means "deep sleep". It has been used in the English language since the late 18th century to describe a state of abnormal sleepiness or drowsiness. ...panied by difficulty in staying awake during the day and falling asleep at night.
  1 KB (169 words) - 06:23, 4 February 2024
• Afternoon
  * [[Night]]: The period of time when the sun is below the horizon and it is dark outs ...en in the afternoon), "afternoon tea" (a light meal typically eaten in the late afternoon), and "good afternoon" (a common greeting used during this time o
  1 KB (214 words) - 14:15, 5 February 2024
• Photobiology
  ...g light and "-biology" meaning the study of life. It was first used in the late 19th century to describe the study of the effects of light on living organi ...riodism]]: The physiological reaction of organisms to the length of day or night.
  2 KB (203 words) - 02:46, 7 February 2024
• Buffalo wing
  ...ortedly developed the dish when their son and his friends arrived late one night and wanted something to eat. The "Buffalo" in the name refers to the city o
  1 KB (207 words) - 21:42, 8 February 2024
• Taipei
  The name "Taipei" can be traced back to the [[Qing Dynasty]] in the late 19th century. The word "Taipei" is made up of two Chinese characters: "tai" Taipei is known for its vibrant street food scene and many night markets, including the expansive [[Shilin market]]. The city is also home t
  1 KB (179 words) - 20:48, 4 February 2024
• Phototaxis
  ...'taxis' which means 'arrangement' or 'division'. It was first used in the late 19th century to describe the movement of organisms in response to light. ...]: This is the physiological reaction of organisms to the length of day or night. It is crucial in determining the seasonal activities of many organisms.
  1 KB (218 words) - 04:58, 6 February 2024
• Commode
  ...nslates to "convenient" or "suitable". It was first used in English in the late 17th century to describe a piece of furniture. ...ot]]: A bowl kept in a bedroom and used as a toilet, especially during the night.
  1 KB (224 words) - 22:55, 4 February 2024
• Entomophily
  ...g "insect", and "philia" (φιλία), meaning "love". It was first used in the late 19th century to describe the phenomenon of insects being attracted to flowe ...ings covered in microscopic scales, typically drably colored and active at night.
  1 KB (208 words) - 14:51, 6 February 2024
• Doubles
  ...obago and is often eaten for breakfast or lunch. It is also a popular late-night snack. The dish is a significant part of the country's culinary identity an
  1 KB (214 words) - 23:33, 4 February 2024
• Futon
  ...or on a raised, foldable frame. The word was first used in English in the late 19th century to describe this type of bedding. ...iving spaces because of their versatility. A futon can be used as a bed at night and as a sofa during the day. In recent years, futons have also become popu
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• Pickled herring
  ...]], [[Christmas]], and [[Easter]]. In Germany, it is often eaten as a late-night snack, known as a "Katerfrühstück", to prevent a [[hangover]].
  2 KB (251 words) - 17:35, 9 February 2024
• Moonshine
  ...tury, from the English words 'moon' and 'shine', referring to jobs done at night by the light of the moon. In the context of medical terminology, however, i
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