Definition of "freedom" in Anglais

noun

1. (uncountable) The state of being free.

   • Having recently been released from prison, he didn't know what to do with his newfound freedom.

2. (countable) The lack of a specific constraint, or of constraints in general; a state of being free, unconstrained.

   • Freedom of speech is a basic democratic value.
   • People in our city enjoy many freedoms.
   • Every child has a right to freedom from fear and freedom from want.

3. The right or privilege of unrestricted use or access

   • Freedom of a city
   • The freedom of the city can now only be acquired by birth or servitude; but many were formerly admitted by gift and purchase, a fine of from £ 3 to £ 25, according to trade, being charged on the admission of strangers.

4. Frankness; openness; unreservedness.

5. Improper familiarity; violation of the rules of decorum.