censor
//ˈsɛn.sər//
Noun
censorSingular
censorsPlural
1
An official who examines material such as books, films, or news and removes or suppresses content considered objectionable, harmful, or politically unacceptable.
The censor reviewed the film and removed several violent scenes.
2
A person who criticizes or condemns the behavior or morals of others.
He became a harsh censor of modern society's values.
Synonym
Verb
censorInfinitive
censorPresent tense
censoredPast tense
censoredPast participle
censoringPresent participle
censorsThird-person singular
1
To examine and suppress or delete content considered objectionable, harmful, or sensitive from a publication, broadcast, or other medium.
The government decided to censor certain scenes from the film before its release.
2
To suppress or remove parts of something, especially for moral, political, or security reasons.
The government decided to censor certain scenes from the film.