nightcap
/ˈnaɪt ˌkæp/
noun
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.