Self-censor
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech verb
Quick meaning: Self-censor is a verb meaning (transitive, intransitive) To censor one's own words or works; to engage in self-censorship.
Meaning
(transitive, intransitive) To censor one's own words or works; to engage in self-censorship.
Example Sentences
An antimeme is an idea with self-censoring properties; an idea which, by its intrinsic nature, discourages or prevents people from spreading it.
There's been a lot of talk recently about the problem of "libel chill" on British science writing, that people self-censor for fear they'd be sued (as Simon Singh was by British Chiropractic Association).
Word Forms
- self-censors
- self-censoring
- self-censored
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include self-sabotage, censor, self-incriminate, redact, black out, self-pollute.
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