Meaning & Definition of word "Censorship"

noun:

• 1. The suppression or prohibition of speech, public communication, or other information, often on the grounds that such material is considered obscene, politically unacceptable, or a threat to security.
  • Example: The government's censorship of the internet limits citizens' access to information.
• 2. The practice of examining literature, films, and other media for the purpose of suppressing or removing inappropriate content.
  • Example: Censorship has led to the banning of several controversial books in schools.
• 3. The authority or agency that imposes such restrictions.
  • Example: The film received approval from the censorship board after several cuts were made.
• 4. The act of censoring; limiting information and controlling the flow of content to the public.
  • Example: Censorship in wartime is often justified as necessary for national security.
• 5. Regulation of the content of communication in a manner that influences public perception.
  • Example: Journalists must navigate the dangers of censorship in their reporting.