noun, British English - the time after which television programmes with adult content may be broadcast (9 p.m. in Britain)
noun - an important turning point or event marking a major change in history, a situation, or someone’s life
verb - to choose not to demand or enforce something, such as a right, rule, or fee
verb - to accompany and supervise someone, especially to make sure they behave properly or are safe
noun - a person in the past, usually an older or responsible one, who accompanies and looks after someone, especially a young woman or group, to ensure proper behaviour
adjective - a light beige or pale brownish colour, similar to unbleached linen or raw silk
adjective - having been taken by the police and not free to leave
adjective - working secretly, especially as a police officer trying to get information without people knowing who you really are
noun - the place where a crime happened and where the police look for clues and evidence
noun - a male reproductive cell that can join with a female egg to create a new life