Slang

one-night stand

This page is about the slang term one-night stand

Meaning

a sexual relationship lasting just one night

For example

  • After years of one-night stands, Trevor felt it was time to settle down and have a long-term relationship with someone.

  • Suzie says she doesn't have time for a relationship, but she sometimes goes online and finds someone for a one-night stand.

Quick Quiz

People normally have a one-night stand with

a. a close friend

b. a good book

c. a stranger
a) a close friend b) a good book c) a stranger

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Contributor: Matt Errey