Definition & Meaning of "censor"in English

to censor

VERB

to remove parts of something such as a book, movie, etc. and prevent the public from accessing them for political, moral, or religious purposes

Transitive: to censor content

Examples

The government decided to censor the film due to its sensitive content.

In some countries, authorities actively censor online content to control information flow.

to scan and remove or change the unacceptable parts of art, news, document, etc. in order to stop them from becoming public

Transitive: to censor parts of a content

Examples

The editor had to censor parts of the article due to its controversial content.

They decided to censor the graphic scenes in the movie for younger audiences.

Censor

NOUN

a person responsible for reviewing and suppressing material considered obscene, politically sensitive, or otherwise objectionable

Who is a "censor"?

A censor is a person responsible for reviewing and controlling the content of material, such as books, films, news, or other forms of communication, to ensure it aligns with certain standards or regulations. Censors may remove or alter content deemed inappropriate, offensive, or harmful, often based on legal, moral, or political considerations. In some cases, they work for governments, media organizations, or other institutions, and their actions can limit the freedom of expression. The role of a censor is to protect society from harmful content, but it can also raise concerns about freedom of speech and creativity.

Examples

The government appointed a censor to review all imported films.

A censor examined the manuscript before publication.

a person who expresses strong disapproval or formally condemns something

Examples

He acted as a censor of his colleagues' behavior.

The critic became a censor of popular literature.

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