It comes from the Old French phrase "couvre-feu," which literally translates to "cover fire". This referred to the practice of covering fires at a certain time during the Middle Ages, as a way to prevent fires and ensure safety.
It comes from the Old French phrase "couvre-feu," which literally translates to "cover fire". This referred to the practice of covering fires at a certain time during the Middle Ages, as a way to prevent fires and ensure safety.