Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

redaction

noun

/rɪˈdækʃən/

Definition

The process of editing or preparing a document for publication by removing or obscuring sensitive information.

Examples

The redaction of classified documents is critical to national security.
Before the report was shared publicly, a thorough redaction process was undertaken to protect personal information.
She noticed the redaction marks on the pages of the legal agreement.

Meaning

Redaction involves the careful selection of content to be kept secret or removed, often for legal or privacy reasons, ensuring that confidential details do not become public.