Censoring
/ˈsɛn.sə.rɪŋ/
Definitions
- (v.) The act of suppressing or altering content deemed objectionable, sensitive, or harmful, often by a government or authority.
The government is censoring certain books to prevent dissemination of classified information.
Forms
- censor
- censored
- censors
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Commentary
In legal contexts, censoring often involves balancing freedom of expression against public interest or security concerns.
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