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bang-up
What does bang-up mean?
The scheduled time at which prisoners are locked in their cells.
"Get your shower in before bang-up."
Origin
From 'bang' the cell door closed.
Frequently asked questions
What does 'bang-up' mean?
'Bang-up' is the scheduled time at which prisoners are locked into their cells.
Where does 'bang-up' come from?
From 'bang' as in banging the cell door closed at lock-in time.
How do you use 'bang-up'?
You'd plan around it, as in 'Get your shower in before bang-up', meaning before the cells are locked.
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