unauthorized gathering

[ˌʌnˌɔːθəˈraɪzd ˈɡæðərɪŋ]
nounpl: unauthorized gatherings
aglomeração não autorizada
1. a group assembly or meeting that has not been approved or permitted by authorities
The police dispersed the unauthorized gathering in the city square.
A polícia dispersou a aglomeração não autorizada na praça da cidade.
2. an illegal or unlawful assembly of people without proper permits or permissions
Authorities warned residents against participating in unauthorized gatherings during the lockdown.
As autoridades advertiram os residentes contra participar de aglomerações não autorizadas durante o lockdown.
In Brazil, particularly post-2020, this term became increasingly prevalent in public discourse due to COVID-19 restrictions and protests. It carries legal implications and is commonly used by law enforcement and municipal authorities. In the USA, the term relates to First Amendment rights and protest regulations, making it a politically sensitive topic. In Portugal, it refers to violations of public assembly laws regulated under Portuguese criminal code.
NYC Slang
illegal meet-up or underground assembly
Synonyms / Sinônimos
illegal assemblyunlawful congregationunpermitted meetingunsanctioned gatheringimproper assembly
Antonyms / Antônimos
authorized gatheringpermitted assemblylawful meetingsanctioned gatheringlicensed congregation

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
aglomeração não autorizada
standard formal usage in legal and official contexts
Rio de Janeiro
ajuntamento irregular
commonly used in local police and municipal regulations
São Paulo
concentração não permitida
frequently used in traffic and public safety ordinances
Portugal
ajuntamento não autorizado
formal legal terminology in Portuguese law

Related Words

protestdemonstrationassemblycongregationcrowd controldispersalpermitjurisdiction

Related Idioms & Phrases

a crowd without permission
breaking the rules of assembly
without proper authorization
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