one night stand
noun
1.
a single performance in one locale, as by a touring theatrical company, before moving on to the next engagement.
2.
a place where such a performance is given.
3.
Informal.
a.
a single, unrepeated sexual encounter, as one lasting for just one night.
b.
a participant in such an encounter.
Origin:
1875–80, Americanism
1875–80, Americanism
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| one-night stand | |
| —n | |
| 1. | a performance given only once at any one place |
| 2. | informal |
| a. a sexual encounter lasting only one evening or night | |
| b. a person regarded as being only suitable for such an encounter | |
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