a night on the tiles

a night on the tiles

proverb A night out (often with the suggestion of celebrating or partying). Similar to the American phrase "a night on the town." Primarily heard in Australia. I am so excited to go out for a night on the tiles after I finish my exams this week. We had a night on the tiles for Valerie's birthday. That's why we're all exhausted today.

See also: night, on, tile

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a night on the tiles

BRITISH, INFORMAL

If someone has a night on the tiles, they go out in the evening, for example to a bar or club, and come home late. Charlotte was dressed for a night on the tiles. Note: You can also say that someone is out on the tiles if they are out somewhere like a bar or a club. You look as though you've been out on the tiles, Ken. Note: This may be a reference to cats spending the night out on the rooftops.

See also: night, on, tile

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