night diaper

English

Etymology

So called because it is intended to be worn at night.

Noun

night diaper (plural night diapers)

1. (Canada, US) Synonym of nighttime diaper.
   • 1953 May 14, “Nighttime Diapers”, in Abilene Reporter-News, page 6-A:

     A new "night diaper" is supposed to last all night and does not have to be changed, taking the place of two regular diapers. These diapers are woven with three layers of highly absorbent gauze.

   • 1981, Anne Henry, Robbing the Cradle, Harlequin Books, →ISBN, page 62:

     He'd been dry two nights in a row. Maybe he wouldn't need a night diaper much longer.

   • 2021, Bailey Bouwman, Cloth Diapers: The Ultimate Guide to Textiles, Washing & More, Simply Bailey Social Marketing, →ISBN, page 227:

     Night diapers can be a little bulky, especially on smaller children but they don't have to be bulky. Some night diapers are really trim based on the fold, quality of the textile, and the absorbency needs of the child.