liberty
US /ˈlɪb.ɚ.t̬i/
UK /ˈlɪb.ɚ.t̬i/
名詞
1.
自由
the state of being free within society from oppressive restrictions imposed by authority on one's way of life, behavior, or political views
例:
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The country fought for its liberty and independence.
その国は自由と独立のために戦った。
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Everyone deserves the right to liberty.
誰もが自由の権利を持つべきだ。
2.
自由, 裁量
the power or scope to act as one pleases
例:
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You are at liberty to leave whenever you wish.
いつでも好きな時に自由に去っていい。
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The artist took some artistic liberties with the portrait.
その芸術家は肖像画にいくつかの芸術的な自由を加えた。
3.
休暇, 外出許可
a short period when a member of the armed services is allowed to leave their ship or base
例:
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The sailors were granted shore liberty for the weekend.
船員たちは週末の陸上休暇を許可された。
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He enjoyed his brief period of liberty before returning to duty.
彼は任務に戻る前に短い休暇を楽しんだ。
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