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nighthawk
/ˈnʌɪthɔːk/
noun
A nightjar, especially Caprimulgus europaeus.
A New World nightjar of the genus Chordeiles, especially Chordeiles minor.
A person whose preference or custom is to remain awake and active during the night and the early morning hours.
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