Complete Definition of "elucubrate"

English

Etymology
From the past participle of Latin elucubrare �compose by lamplight�.

Pronunciation
IPA|/ɪ�lu�kj�breɪt/

Verb
en-verb|elucubrat|ing

  1. To solve, write or compose by working studiously at night; to study.

Synonyms
burn the midnight oil
pull an all-nighter

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