Definition of "liberty" in English

noun

1. The condition of being free.

   • The army is here, your liberty is assured.

2. The condition of being free from imprisonment, slavery or forced labour.

   • The prisoners gained their liberty from an underground tunnel.

3. The condition of being free to act, believe or express oneself as one chooses.

   • Everyone has the right to life, liberty and security of person.

4. Freedom from excessive government control.

5. A short period when a sailor is allowed ashore.

   • We're going on a three-day liberty as soon as we dock.

6. (often plural) A breach of social convention.

   • You needn't take such liberties.

7. (historical) A local division of government administration in medieval England.

8. (go) An empty space next to a group of stones of the same color.