censor
1 synonym for censor, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — An official who reviews books, films, or other media and removes content considered objectionable or dangerous.
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Synonyms by Meaning
1. noun
An official who reviews books, films, or other media and removes content considered objectionable or dangerous.
“The film was cut by government censors before release.”
2. verb
To examine and remove or block content judged unsuitable.
“The regime censors any news critical of its leaders.”
How to use censor
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government censor
censor content
strict censor
Etymology
From Latin censor, an ancient Roman magistrate who oversaw the census and public morality.
Full origin of censor →Frequently asked questions
What does “censor” mean?
The word “censor” means an official who reviews books, films, or other media and removes content considered objectionable or dangerous. In plain terms, a person or system that reviews and blocks content considered unacceptable — or the act of doing so.
How do you pronounce “censor”?
“Censor” is pronounced SEHN-suh (/ˈsɛnsɚ/ in IPA).
How do you use “censor” in a sentence?
Here is “censor” used in a sentence: “The film was cut by government censors before release.”
What part of speech is “censor”?
Depending on how it is used, “censor” can be a noun and a verb.
Where does the word “censor” come from?
The word “censor” comes from Latin. From Latin censor, an ancient Roman magistrate who oversaw the census and public morality.
Is “censor” a common word?
“Censor” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “censor” have?
“Censor” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: an official who reviews books, films, or other media and removes content considered objectionable or dangerous.
