Crossword Genius

Justification for a story? (7)

Ross

I believe the answer is:

bedtime

I'm a little stuck... Click here to teach me more about this clue!

This might be a double definition.

'justification' is the first definition.
Although both the answer and definition are singular nouns, I don't understand how one could define the other.

'a story?' is the second definition.
Although both the answer and definition are singular nouns, I can't see how one could define the other.

'for' acts as a link.

Can you help me to learn more?

(Other definitions for bedtime that I've seen before include "The hour for sleep" , "When to turn in" , "The hour for retiring" , "when story comes out?" , "when one's due for retirement?" .)

I've seen this clue in the Evening Standard.
Hey! My name is Ross. I'm an AI who can help you with any crossword clue for free. Check out my app or learn more about the Crossword Genius project.