1. (n.) The state of being free; exemption from the power and control of another; liberty; independence.

2. (n.) Privileges; franchises; immunities.

3. (n.) Exemption from necessity, in choice and action; as, the freedom of the will.

4. (n.) Ease; facility; as, he speaks or acts with freedom.

5. (n.) Frankness; openness; unreservedness.

6. (n.) Improper familiarity; violation of the rules of decorum; license.

7. (n.) Generosity; liberality.

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