To remove or alter parts considered offensive or unseemly
“The app has a keyboard shortcut that you can use to censor any naughty words that shouldn't be heard by an eight-year-old.”
To prevent the publication of content considered offensive or unseemly
“Once the principle that it is reasonable to control and censor the publication of scientific work is accepted, the outcome can only be destructive.”
To hide or refuse to disclose information
To prohibit or interdict the participation or inclusion of
To erase or cancel out information, e.g. on a document
To put an end to something, especially one's ability to speak or express oneself
To correct and revise (text or a document)
To restrict a user's visibility on online content without their knowledge
Plural for someone who suppresses or removes content considered offensive or unacceptable
“A movie is good, I think, when the censor does not understand what should be censored.”
Plural for one who censures or condemns
“Moore was a vehement censor of the movement.”
Plural for one who performs independent reviews or audits
Plural for a doubt or uncertainty concerning a matter or decision
Plural for a censorious critic or moralist
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