press-law
Definition
Noun: - Legislation governing the media: "press-law" refers to the body of laws and regulations that control the operation of the press, including newspapers, magazines, and other news outlets. It typically addresses issues such as censorship, libel, privacy, and the rights and responsibilities of journalists.
Usage Examples
- (Legislation limiting press freedom in crisis situations.)
- (Laws safeguarding journalistic confidentiality.)
Advanced Usage
- "to be subject to press-law": to be regulated by or liable under media legislation.
- All online news platforms are now subject to the same press-law as traditional newspapers. (They must follow the same legal rules.)
Variants and Related Words
- Press (n): the news media collectively, including journalists and publications.
- The press has a duty to inform the public. (News organizations.)
- Law (n): a system of rules recognized by a country or community.
- The law prohibits defamation. (Legal rules.)
Synonyms
- Media law: the legal framework governing all forms of media.
- Journalism law: specific regulations for the practice of journalism.
Related Idioms
- The law of the press: an informal phrase referring to the unwritten rules or ethics of journalism.
- Even without a formal press-law, editors follow the law of the press to avoid lawsuits. (Ethical guidelines.)
Note: "Press-law" is a compound noun, and its meaning is directly derived from its components: "press" (news media) and "law" (legal rules). It is used as a single term in legal and journalistic contexts.