gag rule

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Noun gag rule has 1 sense

closure, cloture, gag rule, gag law - a rule for limiting or ending debate in a deliberative body
--₁ is a kind of order, rules of order, parliamentary law, parliamentary procedure
--₁ has particulars: closure by compartment, guillotine

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Gag Rule

Definition:

A gag rule refers to a rule or policy that limits or restricts speech, particularly in a formal setting. It can be imposed by a governing body or organization, and is often aimed at suppressing certain topics or viewpoints.

Parts of Speech: Noun

Senses:

A rule or policy that limits or restricts speech.

Usages:

The company implemented a gag rule, preventing employees from discussing their salaries.
The government passed a gag rule that prohibits journalists from reporting on certain political scandals.