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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

censoring

/ˈsɛnsərɪŋ/ verb · British & US
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What does censoring mean?

verb

The act of removing or concealing parts of something, especially to avoid offending or to protect privacy. The act of suppressing or concealing information, especially to avoid criticism or to protect one's reputation.

Example

"The government has been censoring the media to prevent the spread of dissenting views."

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