no-moveorder

noun

UK /ˌnəʊ ˈmuːv ˌɔːdə/

US /ˌnoʊ ˈmuːv ˌɔːrdər/

A no-move order is a rule that says you must stay where you are and not go anywhere.

The teacher gave the class a no-move order until the fire drill was over.

SYNONYMS

stay-put order freeze order hold order standstill order

RELATED WORDS

restriction instruction directive command lockdown

OTHER MEANINGS

2. A command from a referee or official that stops players from changing positions.

The referee issued a no-move order before the final play.

3. A legal instruction that prevents someone from leaving a place or moving property.

The court placed a no-move order on the disputed items.

4. A safety rule during an emergency that tells people to remain still.

During the storm, the camp leader announced a no-move order.