night raven

noun

: a bird that cries at night

Word History

First Known Use

before the 12th century, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of night raven was before the 12th century

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Cite this Entry

“Night raven.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/night%20raven. Accessed 7 Dec. 2022.

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