Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
dusk-to-dawn-curfew
noun
ˈdʌsk tə dɔːn ˈkɜːrfuː
Definition
A restriction on movement that prohibits individuals from being outside during the hours between dusk and dawn.
Examples
- During the height of the unrest, the city imposed a dusk-to-dawn curfew to maintain peace.
- The government announced a dusk-to-dawn curfew to prevent looting and violence at night.
- If you want to avoid fines, make sure you respect the dusk-to-dawn curfew in your area.
Meaning
A law or local regulation that mandates people stay indoors from the evening until morning to ensure safety and order.
Synonyms
- nighttime restriction
- night curfew
- evening lockdown
