Classification Board
/ˌklæsɪfɪˈkeɪʃən bɔːrd/
Definitions
- (n.) An official body responsible for assigning categories or ratings to content, such as films, publications, or video games, often to regulate public access based on age or suitability.
The classification board rated the film as suitable only for audiences aged 18 and over.
Forms
- classification boards
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Commentary
The term typically applies to a regulatory panel that determines content ratings; drafting should specify the jurisdiction and the type of material reviewed when relevant.
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