In contrast to the major monotheistic (believing in one god) religions, African indigenous religions tend to believe that God, after creating the world, withdrew and is not involved in the day-to-day affairs of humans.
night owl in British English. See all translations. night owlnoun [ C ] uk â /ËnaÉªt ËaÊl/ us â /ËnaÉªt ËaÊl/ informal. âº a person who prefers to be awake and active at night.
The Burrowing owl is, unlike other owls, diurnal. Most owls are nocturnal, yet the burrowing owl, in keeping with its unique attributes, is a daytime owl. Much of its hunting, nesting, mating, and other activities take place during the daylight hours.