all-nighter

noun — 5 senses

noun

Etymology From all-night + -er = all- + night + -er.

Something that lasts throughout the whole night.

Specifically An instance of studying or working throughout the night without sleep.

UK, Slang A session with a prostitute covering the entire night.

UK, Slang A client of a prostitute who has paid for the entire night.

US, Slang A criminal or other person kept in jail over night.

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