Call it a night

Meaning

Stop working or partying for the evening.

Usage

Used when ending activities for the day.

Origin & History

Origins and dates here are approximate summaries. Many idioms have disputed or unknown origins, and not every date has been checked against a historical dictionary, so treat specific dates and stories as a starting point rather than a citation.

Nighttime closures used to signal rest.

Used in 20th-century social diaries.