curfew
Noun
Meaning
The ringing of an evening bell, originally a signal to the inhabitants to cover fires, extinguish lights, and retire to rest, -- instituted by William the Conqueror; also, the bell itself.
A utensil for covering the fire.
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A 9 p.m. to 5 a.m. curfew is in place, during which people can go out only for work, urgent health reasons or to walk a pet.
According to the President, the curfew will be from 6 p.m. to 6 a.m. daily and the compulsory wearing of face masks and regular washing of hands shall be observed.
A 14-year-old boy was killed as he travelled to purchase groceries during the temporary relief of the curfew that was imposed by the army.
A cat- curfew was introduced in the entire Dandenong Ranges area some years ago, and since then the numbers and variety of lyrebirds and other native species have climbed dramatically.
According to him, persons arrested perpetrating crime against the state or found not complying with the curfew will be dealt with in accordance with the law.
A curfew was imposed in select cities considered hot spots for the virus and a handful of “red zones” regions closed bars and restaurants.