Censorship

noun

/ˈsɛnsəˌʃɪp/

Word Frequency: 4.3

Definitions

1.nounThe use of state or group power to control freedom of expression or press, such as passing laws to prevent media from being published or propagated.

2.nounThe role of the censor (magistrate) in Ancient Rome.

Synonyms

censoring security review monitoring surveillance supervision supervisory examination vetting control inspection examining inspecting

Rhymes With

slip kinship quip fellowship grip rip trip kip

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