Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
say-kiss-goodnight
phrase
/seɪ kɪs ɡʊd naɪt/
Definition
To perform a brief and affectionate farewell gesture, typically involving a kiss, before going to bed or ending a conversation.
Examples
- Before turning off the lights, she always likes to say-kiss-goodnight to her children.
- He leaned in to say-kiss-goodnight, making sure it felt special.
Meaning
The act of acknowledging someone with a kiss as a means of saying goodnight, expressing love or affection.
Synonyms
- saying goodnight with a kiss
- affectionate farewell
- nighttime embrace
