freedom of speech
noun/ˌfriːdəm əv ˈspiːtʃ/
/ˌfriːdəm əv ˈspiːtʃ/
[uncountable]- the right to express any opinions in public
- the right of/to freedom of speech
CultureThis right became part of American law under the First Amendment. If the opinions expressed are false or damage a person's reputation, however, that person can take legal action under US law. In Britain, people are free to express most opinions, but it is against the law to express some ideas, for example, ideas that aim to promote hate against a group of people.
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