nocturnal (Meaning)
nocturnal (a)
belonging to or active during the night
of or relating to or occurring in the night
nocturnal (a.)
Of, pertaining to, done or occuring in, the night; as, nocturnal darkness, cries, expedition, etc.; -- opposed to diurnal.
Having a habit of seeking food or moving about at night; as, nocturnal birds and insects.
nocturnal (n.)
An instrument formerly used for taking the altitude of the stars, etc., at sea.
Synonyms & Antonyms of nocturnal
nocturnal Sentence Examples
- The nocturnal habits of owls include hunting prey under the cloak of darkness.
- Bats navigate the night sky with ease, relying on their nocturnal senses.
- Fireflies emit a faint glow during nocturnal hours, attracting mates and deterring predators.
- Nocturnal creatures, such as raccoons, are more active from dusk till dawn.
- The nocturnal phase of the butterfly's life cycle occurs as a caterpillar.
- Some flowers release their fragrant scents during nocturnal hours to attract pollinators.
- Nocturnal animals have evolved adaptations to enhance their vision and hearing in low-light conditions.
- The nocturnal lifestyle of moths allows them to avoid predators that are primarily active during the day.
- Nocturnal insects form intricate relationships with plants, relying on their flowers for food and reproduction.
- The nocturnal activity of honey badgers helps them to avoid encounters with larger predators.
FAQs About the word nocturnal
belonging to or active during the night, of or relating to or occurring in the nightOf, pertaining to, done or occuring in, the night; as, nocturnal darkness, c
midnight,night, late, nightly,nighttime,overnight
daily,daily,diurnal, diurnal,noon, noon
The nocturnal habits of owls include hunting prey under the cloak of darkness.
Bats navigate the night sky with ease, relying on their nocturnal senses.
Fireflies emit a faint glow during nocturnal hours, attracting mates and deterring predators.
Nocturnal creatures, such as raccoons, are more active from dusk till dawn.
