freedom of the city

名词 n.

英文释义

名词 n.
  1. The rights and privileges enjoyed by the freemen of medieval cities (their "citizens"), but not by outsiders, bondsmen, or others. historical,uncountable
    — Retail sales in London were restricted to those with the freedom of the city until the 1850s.
  2. An honor bestowed by certain cities, towns, and (UK) local councils, including those of rural counties. uncountable
    — No, your freedom of the city doesn't allow you to ignore traffic fines or drive sheep through rush-hour traffic.

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