curfew
Translation
curfew
Examples
My parents set a strict curfew.
My parents set a strict curfew.
The city is under a nighttime curfew.
The city is under a nighttime curfew.
Grammar Patterns
to set a ((curfew)) My parents set a strict curfew.
to be under a ((curfew)) The city is under a curfew.
to have a ((curfew)) I have a 10pm curfew.
Similar Words
Synonyms: deadline, time limit
Etymology
From Old French 'cuevre-feu', meaning 'cover fire'. In medieval times, a bell rang to signal that fires should be extinguished for the night.
Memory Tips
Imagine having to 'cover the fire' (cuevre-feu) and go home before it gets too late.