De censuur
Example: De censuur op sociale media beïnvloedt de vrijheid van meningsuiting.
Definition
"De censuur" refers to the practice of examining and suppressing or controlling content, especially in media, to prevent the dissemination of objectionable or sensitive information. It often influences freedom of expression by limiting what can be communicated publicly.
Etymology
The word "de censuur" originates from the Latin term 'censura,' which means judgment or assessment. Historically, Roman censors were officials who supervised public morality and censored behavior, a role that evolved into modern censorship. Did you know that the concept of censorship started in ancient Rome to maintain social order?
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"De censuur" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - HR - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 182 commonly used words.
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