Bill of Rights
Definition
The first ten amendments to the United States Constitution, adopted in 1791, which guarantee fundamental individual rights and limit government powers.
A formal declaration or charter enumerating specific rights and liberties, such as the English Bill of Rights of 1689, which influenced modern constitutional law.
Examples
The Bill of Rights is why I can tweet my hot takes on pineapple pizza without Uncle Sam knocking on my door.
In a world of endless algorithms, the Bill of Rights reminds us that privacy isn't just a premium subscription feature.
Grandpa quotes the Bill of Rights every Thanksgiving to justify his right to seconds on turkey and unlimited political rants.
Thanks to the Bill of Rights, my garage band practices at midnight—freedom of assembly meets neighbors' quiet desperation.