separationdirective
nounUK /ˌsepəˈreɪʃən dɪˈrektɪv/
US /ˌsepəˈreɪʃən dɪˈrektɪv/
A rule that tells people to stay apart from each other.
The teacher gave a separation directive so the two arguing kids would sit on opposite sides of the room.
OTHER MEANINGS
2. An official instruction that two groups or people must be kept apart, often for safety.
The referee issued a separation directive to keep the rival fans in different sections.
3. A legal order requiring a married couple to live apart while deciding about divorce.
The judge signed a separation directive while the couple sorted out their finances.
4. A workplace rule that keeps certain workers or machines physically apart.
The factory posted a separation directive to keep the welding area clear of visitors.