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Definition of Nocturnal
Noc`tur´nal | a. | 1. | Of, pertaining to, done or occuring in, the night; as, nocturnal darkness, cries, expedition, etc.; - opposed to diurnal. | | 2. | Having a habit of seeking food or moving about at night; as, nocturnal birds and insects; raccoons are nocturnal.; - of animals. | | n. | 1. | An instrument formerly used for taking the altitude of the stars, etc., at sea. |
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