nightclub
- 01 A2 Elementary
n.a place where you go late at night to dance, drink, and listen to loud music.
n.a venue for nighttime entertainment, typically featuring a dance floor, DJ or live music, and a bar.
Simple“We stayed at the nightclub until three in the morning dancing with our friends.”
In context“The city's most famous nightclub is known for its strict door policy and world-class sound system.”
UsageOften shortened to 'club' in casual conversation.
- 02 B2 Upper Intermediate
v.to go to one or more nightclubs for a night out.
v.to visit a nightclub or a series of nightclubs for entertainment purposes.
Simple“They spent the whole weekend nightclubbing in Berlin.”
In context“After the gala, the younger guests went nightclubbing until the early hours of the morning.”
UsageCommonly used in the progressive form 'nightclubbing'.
Synonyms
From night + club.
Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.