Nocturnal

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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