Gag Law (Noun)

Meaning ¹

A rule for limiting or ending debate in a deliberative body.

Classification

Nouns denoting communicative processes and contents.

Examples

• The gag law was imposed to cut off debate on the controversial issue and rush the vote.
• Opponents argued the gag law stifled free speech and the ability to fully discuss the matter at hand.
• Proponents of the bill insisted that a gag law was necessary to move forward with a vote before the session adjourned.
• The chairperson invoked the gag law to silence the dissenting member and maintain order in the room.
• Critics claimed that the gag law was an overreach of authority and undermined the democratic process.

Synonyms

• Cloture
• Gag Rule
• Closure

Hypernyms

• Order
• Rules Of Order
• Parliamentary Law

Hyponyms

• Guillotine
• Closure By Compartment

Meaning ²

Any law that limits freedom of the press.

Classification

Nouns denoting communicative processes and contents.

Examples

• The government's proposal for a gag law was met with fierce opposition from media outlets and human rights groups.
• The country's authoritarian regime was notorious for enforcing a gag law that prohibited the press from reporting on corruption.
• Journalists accused the government of trying to silence them with the newly passed gag law.
• Critics argued that the gag law was a thinly veiled attempt to censor the press and stifle dissent.
• Human rights organizations condemned the government for implementing a gag law that restricted freedom of expression and information.