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all–night
adjective \ˈȯl-ˈnīt\
: open for business throughout the night
: lasting throughout the night
Full Definition of ALL-NIGHT
1
: lasting throughout the night <an all–night poker game>
2
: open throughout the night <an all–night diner>
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First Known Use of ALL-NIGHT
1886
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