nightcap

/ˈnaɪt ˌkæp/
noun
  1. A soft cap worn while sleeping to keep the head warm.
    • Grandpa always wore a wool nightcap to bed in the winter.
    • She knitted a cozy nightcap for her father's birthday.
    • The old illustration showed a man in pajamas and a nightcap.
  2. An alcoholic drink taken just before going to bed.
    • He poured himself a small whiskey as a nightcap before turning in.
    • They enjoyed a nightcap of hot cocoa after their evening walk.
    • A warm glass of milk can be a soothing nightcap without alcohol.
  3. The final event or performance of the day, especially in sports or entertainment.
    • The nightcap game at the stadium started at 10 p.m.
    • The late show was the nightcap of the comedy festival.
    • Fans stayed for the nightcap match even though it was past midnight.
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