Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
curfew
noun
/ˈkɜːr.fjuː/
Definition
A regulation requiring people to remain indoors during specific hours.
Examples
- The city imposed a curfew to prevent gatherings after dark.
- Parents often set a curfew for their children to ensure their safety.
- During the emergency, a curfew was declared from 10 PM to 5 AM.
Meaning
Often associated with a set time at which individuals, especially children and teenagers, must be at home.
Synonyms
- Restrictions
- Lockdown
- Prohibition
