Nox
/nɒks/noun
Nox is the Latin word for night, often personified in mythology.
Did you know?In ancient Roman mythology, Nox was a primordial deity representing the night, embodying the mysteries and fears associated with darkness.
Etymological Timeline
Proto-Indo-European
PIE
*nókʷts
“the period of darkness after sunset, embodying mystery and fear.”
Latin
Latin
nox
“night, often personified as a goddess in Roman mythology.”
Old French
Old French
noiz
“night, borrowed from Latin during the transition of the language.”
Middle English
Middle English
niht
“the time of day characterized by darkness, influenced by Latin.”
Modern English
English
night
“the period of darkness, retaining its mysterious and sometimes foreboding connotation.”